Your child's first dental appointment should coincide with their first birthday! Routine dental check-ups are essential for children and should begin as early as possible. At Carseldine Dental we have recognised the significance Children's Dentistry can have on your child's oral health. Good oral hygiene techniques can never begin too early in life and should be embraced by all parents.

Baby / Primary teeth are of great importance and should be cared for in the same manner as secondary teeth. Baby teeth will provide several advantages to your child; assisting with chewing functions, improving their speaking ability and pathing the way for secondary teeth.

As a parent you play an extremely important role in your child's oral wellbeing. Carseldine Dental, recommend working with your child to establish good oral hygiene techniques from an early age. A healthy balanced diet will help prevent tooth decay and establish oral and general wellbeing. Children should consume foods from all sections of the healthy food pyramid, limiting the amount of starch and sugars in their diet. Healthy foods will help strengthen your child's teeth and assist in the counteraction of decay.

Another active step parents may play in helping their children establish strong and healthy teeth, is to supervise brushing. Being with your child at such times will ensure all the ‘tricky' spots are reached and by providing encouragement your child will want to brush their teeth. You are the ultimate role model from your child. By setting a good dietary and oral hygiene example, your children will aspire to do the same. Speak with Dr John Karydis or Dr Sam Cassaniti at your next visit to Carseldine Dental regarding the oral wellbeing of your child.

At Carseldine Dental Group we understand that a child's first few dental visits can be a frightening and daunting experience. By introducing your child to Dr John Karydis and Dr Sam Cassaniti at an early age, it will help to eliminate the fear generally associated with going to the dentist. Children's Dentistry is a safe technique which will benefit your child in the long run. Teaching your child good oral hygiene now, will ultimately establish a sound pattern of dental awareness throughout life! Carseldine Dental is a family orientated practice and is best suited to care for your child's oral health.