Dental Blog - Children's Dentistry

Did you know that dental decay affects nearly half of all Australian children under the age of six? This alarming statistic highlights the importance of early dental care to protect your child’s oral health. The Australian Dental Association recommends scheduling your child's first dental cleaning when their first tooth appears, typically around six months old.

The Importance of Early Dental ...

Protecting your child's sweet smile is always a priority for parents. Did you know there are several things you can do at home to promote good dental health and help your little one avoid tooth decay and cavities?

Read on for some helpful tips. 

#1 Promote Good Oral Hygiene

Encouraging your child to develop good dental habits protects their smile and sets them ...

Your child’s oral health is integral to their general health and well-being. And caring for your child’s smile is just as important as caring for your own. Even before they have teeth, parents must care for their childs’ mouths, including their gums and soft oral tissues. It’s also essential to bring your child to the dentist for routine oral health ...

Establishing dental care early for children helps them better adapt to the dental environment, which may later curb dental anxiety. It can also help develop healthy habits from the very beginning.

Your dentist in Darwin likes to see children around their first birthday or close to the time of the first tooth eruption. This allows the dentist to assess development and ...