Children’s Dentistry in Frankston
Your child’s future smile depends on healthy teeth and gums at a young age. Our family dentists provide age-appropriate care for even the youngest of patients, giving your family the resources necessary to enjoy a lifetime of strong teeth.
- Checkups and Evaluations: Routine monitoring of your child’s oral development allows us to pinpoint concerns when their easier to address and less invasive to treat. Experts recommend all children receive their first dental exam by one year of age.
- X-rays: Digital imaging allows us to evaluate areas not visible during an exam, such as developing teeth, cavities and orthodontic irregularities.
- Cleans: Gentle cleanings keep your child’s smile healthy and provide an opportune time to discuss personal oral hygiene.
- Fluoride: Applying this natural mineral to teeth encourages healthy enamel development and reduces the risk of cavities.
- Fissure Sealants: Cavity-prone areas such as the deep grooves and pits of back teeth can be sealed, making them easier to clean and less prone to developing decay.
- Dental Fillings: Cavities can spread rapidly in children, especially in their primary (baby) teeth. Treating them early is the most effective way to avoid any impact on their adult smile.
Child Dental Benefits Schedule Accepted
Qualified children between the ages of 0-17 who receive Medicare benefits can receive coverage on most basic dental services. The up to $1,052 allowance resets every two years for children who qualify and all dental care that is covered will be bulk-billed. This includes checkups, X-rays, cleaning, fissure sealants, extractions, root canals and fillings.
Frequently Asked Question
What is the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
When should my child visit the dentist?
The Australian Dental Association recommends that children have their first dental visit by age one or within six months of their first tooth appearing. Regular visits can help monitor growth and development and support healthy oral care habits.
Do children need mouthguards for sports?
Mouthguards are commonly recommended for kids who play contact or high-impact sports, as they can help reduce the risk of dental injuries. Custom-fitted options made by a dentist are designed to fit comfortably and offer more consistent coverage than store-bought versions.
How can I help my child brush their teeth properly?
It’s helpful to supervise children’s brushing until about age 8-10, when fine motor skills are more developed. Encourage gentle, circular motions, brushing for two minutes twice daily. You can make it fun with songs, timers, or child-friendly electric toothbrushes.
What fluoride toothpaste should children use?
Current dental guidelines suggest using fluoride-free toothpaste until around age 2. From ages 2-6, a low-fluoride children’s toothpaste may be used. Children over age 6 can generally switch to regular fluoride toothpaste, though supervision is essential to help them avoid swallowing.
Oral Hygiene and Nutritional Counselling
During your child’s visit, our team will walk them through essential information such as how to brush, floss, make healthy diet choices and discus any modifications that should be made to their current habits.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment for your child or the entire family. Is your child involved in sports? Be sure to ask about our custom mouthguards.
