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Shop 3 Shop 3/629 Wynnum Rd, MORNINGSIDE, QLD 4170
9 9/10 Oldham Cres, DOLLS POINT, NSW 2219
87 Jury Rd, TYNONG, VIC 3813
22 Rourke Lane, KENSINGTON, VIC 3031
555 Grange Rd, GRANGE, SA 5022
86 Princes Hwy, DANDENONG, VIC 3175
3 3/63 Donald St, NELSON BAY, NSW 2315
16 Grande Pde, DOUGLAS, QLD 4814
312 Rokeby Rd, SUBIACO, WA 6008
7 Governor Phillip Pl, WEST PENNANT HILLS, NSW 2125
95 Shenton Rd, SWANBOURNE, WA 6010
U 8 U 8/14-16 Ramly Dr, BURLEIGH HEADS, QLD 4220
61 Cleeland St, DANDENONG, VIC 3175
44 Reid St, WANGARATTA, VIC 3677
384 Dean St, FRENCHVILLE, QLD 4701
12 Clark St, GRASSTREE BEACH, QLD 4740
6 6/1067 Old Princes Hwy, ENGADINE, NSW 2233
Shop 6 Shop 6/263 Walter Rd W, MORLEY, WA 6062
26 Bonito St, CORLETTE, NSW 2315
38 King William Rd, GOODWOOD, SA 5034
Pediatric Dentists
Pediatric dentists are a specialist field of dentistry that deal with the dental health of children and young adults. From babies and toddlers to teenagers, children need different dental care than adults, and a pediatric dentist receives special training to accommodate this need. In some cases, special care simply involves a brighter and friendlier approach so that children do not fear the dentist, and in other cases in takes the specialised knowledge of pediatric dentists to diagnose and treat oral conditions.
Pediatric dentists may look after proper dental hygiene in children, recommend orthodontic treatment and take care of general oral health and well-being. They may also help parents deal with teething, and even though baby teeth will eventually be replaced by adult teeth, healthy teeth developing in the correct way and time are essential to future oral health.
At dentalsurgery.com.au, you can find many pediatric dentists in our nationwide database. Search locally or contact a professional if you have questions about your child's oral health. Don't delay, speak to a professional pediatric dentist today.
Dental Checklist For Children
Babies normally have their first tooth at around six months old, and when that tooth first shows up, it will need soft and gentle brushing. A soft cloth or specialised toothbrush is normally appropriate, but speak to your dentist if you are unsure. Most dentists recommend a visit by age one to establish a long term dental plan.
Once the child reaches two years old, teething should begin in earnest, and many dentists encourage teaching children to brush their own teeth at a young age to instil it as part of the hygiene routine. Thankfully, by ages three and four, your child should have a full mouth of baby teeth.
Children will typically have a mix of baby teeth and permanent teeth from ages six to twelve, and regular dental visits are appropriate for children of this age. Often applying orthodontics at a young age is preferable as teeth and jaws will respond more smoothly and easily to treatment. However, these are only guidelines, and always follow the professional advice of pediatric dentists.
