{"id":7241,"date":"2022-11-02T00:00:44","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T13:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/?p=7241"},"modified":"2023-07-11T15:01:25","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T05:01:25","slug":"dental-care-for-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/dental-care-for-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Care for Children \u2014 Understanding Their Oral Health Needs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/childrens-dentistry\/\">child&#8217;s first dental visit<\/a> is an important milestone in their oral health journey. It\u2019s crucial that this visit does not instil a sense of fear in them that can be detrimental to their dental health for a long time. We make sure dental care for children is fun to ensure they keep returning to maintain their oral health for the rest of their lives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>What age should my child first come to the dentist?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the major reasons for poor dental health is not attending <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/features\/dental-checkup-every-6-months\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">regular dental check-ups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; and this is often due to dental phobia that, for many, started in childhood.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend that your child comes to the dentist from age one, or when their first tooth appears. The key to providing your child with a lifetime of excellent dental health is to get them used to us looking inside their mouth and not being afraid that we are doing so. Kids&#8217; dentistry is about encouraging them to be curious about their surroundings\u2014there are certainly lots of interesting gadgets to occupy small minds. And even the dental chair that moves up and down is a source of fun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H8CV7gX9UKQ\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are passionate about kids&#8217; dentistry and provide a fun atmosphere with toys and games to keep your child entertained and meet the oral health needs of children in a carefree atmosphere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Children&#8217;s Dentistry Treatments<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what type of dental care can you expect for your children? It depends on what age you bring them, and whether there are any problems. Our children&#8217;s dental care doesn&#8217;t necessarily involve treatments in the traditional sense but may be educational, for example, brushing techniques.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Preventive Dentistry<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/preventative-dentistry\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive dentistry is a mantra of modern dental care for children<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and is concerned with preventing oral health problems. By teaching kids good dental care habits and how to look after their teeth properly, we can help them avoid cavities, gum disease, and other dental problems down the road. For kids, preventive measures help to prevent dental problems in the future\u2014and minimise the time they spend in the treatment chair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><strong><em>Brushing Tips<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We offer a range of brushing tips for effectively cleaning your children&#8217;s teeth, from babies and toddlers to pre-schoolers and teenagers- in fact, whatever their age. For babies and toddlers, placing them on your knee is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/how-to-brush-your-teeth-for-kids\/\">good way of brushing their teeth<\/a>, whereas, for older kids, an electric toothbrush they&#8217;ve chosen themselves can keep their dental health in check.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><em><strong>Regular Check-Ups <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7243 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/kids-oral-health-needs-woden-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"kids oral health needs woden\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/kids-oral-health-needs-woden-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/kids-oral-health-needs-woden.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When kids eat sugary foods and drinks, the sugar can cling to their teeth and contribute to the formation of cavities. However, regular check-ups and cleanings are an essential part of routine dental care to maintain your child&#8217;s dental health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check-ups can also help identify other problems with your child&#8217;s dental care. If your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/what-causes-teeth-to-decay\/\">child has a tooth that is decayed or damaged<\/a>, we can spot it and make treatment recommendations. Similarly, we can identify any issues with how your child&#8217;s teeth are growing, such as crowding or misalignment and initiate the right course of treatment to correct the problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our kids&#8217; dentistry services ensure your child&#8217;s oral health is in the best hands. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule an appointment with us or call us on <strong><a href=\"tel:+61261887293\">(02) 6188 7293<\/a><\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0to find out more about dental care for children.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>References<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WebMD: Do you really need a dental check-up every 6 months?<br \/><\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/oral-health\/features\/dental-checkup-every-6-months<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthline: Preventative dentistry<br \/><\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/preventative-dentistry<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;] Your child&#8217;s first dental visit is an important milestone in their oral health journey. 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