The first dental visit is normally very short and usually involves very little treatment. The emphasis at the first dental visit is on helping you as a parent to understand your child’s oral health and how to best care for your child’s dental needs. This visit will give you the chance to discuss any questions or concerns, which…

Children should begin to visit the dentist when they are 18 – 24 months old, or as soon as the first few teeth erupt and ideally before any problems develop. We can then introduce your child to the dental clinic in a calm and happy manner and start your child off on a lifetime of good oral health….

As soon as the first teeth erupt they should be brushed daily. This early introduction to the routine of oral hygiene is an important part of the prevention of tooth decay. Until the child is 2 years old use a toothbrush and water only. As soon as the child is over 2 years, a small amount (pea-sized) amount of…

Between 3 and 9 months, your child’s baby teeth will begin to erupt. They process normally starts with the lower two front teeth. While timing varies considerably among children, the order is normally very predictable. After the four incisors come in on both the upper and lower jaw, the first molars erupt. They are followed by the canines (eye…

Children’s (paediatric) dentists are those that have chosen to work with children and have completed 3 years additional training covering all aspects of oral health care for children, from newborn infants and toddlers, through adolescence. Paediatric dentists understand that the mouth and tooth structure and dental needs of children are different than those of adults….

It is very important to maintain the health of primary teeth. Primary, or “baby,” teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, maintain the space for when the permanent successor tooth erupts and also permitting normal development of the jaws and muscles. Children start losing baby teeth from the…