Getting access to dental care is one of the greatest investments that you can give to your children. This will help them to develop confidence having their first dental appointment and build the foundation of their healthy smiles. Once your child begins to show signs of having their first tooth, it’s a sign to…
Starting your child’s oral health journey is important for maintaining and safeguarding their overall health foundation at a young age. Investing in their lifelong smiles not only helps them practice healthy dental habits, but it also makes them emotionally ready for future dental treatments. While it is ideal to have their dental visit as early…
With Halloween just passed we know that you may be feeling a little overwhelmed with the amount of lollies your kids had. Add the upcoming festive season, and it may be the perfect time for a year end check-up with your children’s dentist in Penrith. Why is dental care important for children Welcoming a…
As soon as your child’s first tooth appears, you need to start dental care. Making dental care fun early on helps not only prevent tooth decay (a real problem for Aussie kids) but also forms healthy dental habits early on. Dental care for babies Once that first tooth erupts (around 6 months of age), you…
Bringing your child to the dentist can be a positive experience if you prepare them. What to expect at your first dental visit The first few visits to your local Penrith dentist is about getting your child comfortable. They meet the dentist, sit in the chair and look at our dental equipment. Typically…
Overall, crooked, misaligned teeth are very common in children and adults. Baby and permanent teeth can come in crooked for a variety of reasons: Baby teeth can be too small, or too large to fill the gum space allocated to them. Childhood behaviours such as thumb sucking, pacifier or bottle use, mouth breathing, or prolonged…