Children’s Dentist
in Shenton Park
As a parent, you want your child to feel at ease when they visit the dentist’s office. Positive early experiences with dental providers can significantly improve your child’s perception of dental care in the future.
Who Will My Child See?
All of our dentists have an interest in children’s dentistry, and so any member of our team will be able to provide them with care. We can keep families with the same dentist, or else offer side-by-side appointments for added convenience with two different dentist members of our team.
NEW PATIENTS
Your Child’s First Visit
Typically our goal is to see children for a checkup as early as possible, preferably by age 2. It’s best to have a relationship with them before they’re at risk for tooth pain or emergencies. However, if your child is experiencing a dental emergency (such as a toothache or broken tooth) we’ll fit them in straightaway for treatment.
Otherwise, the best thing to do is book your child in for a preventative care appointment by age 2. If possible, bring them along for your own checkups so that they’re already familiar with the environment. Depending on their comfort level, they can sit in your lap or the dental chair by themselves.
We’ll work at their pace to brush, clean or examine their teeth. The key is to take things slowly, as your child warms up to the idea of having someone tend to their mouth. If they’re extremely comfortable and cooperative, we can complete a full cleaning similar to what’s offered for older children.
Fissure Sealants
Sealants protect the grooves of back teeth, reducing their risk of developing decay. A sealant takes just a few minutes to place and no numbing or drilling is necessary. We recommend applying sealants on newly-erupted permanent adult molars, which tend to come through around the ages of 6 and 12. Unlike fillings, sealants are not permanent. They’re simply a preventative cover that makes it easier to clean cavity-prone surfaces on back teeth.
Fluoride Treatment
Routine fluoride applications can remineralise weak enamel and make teeth more resistant to cavities. We recommend a treatment following each checkup and clean.
Positive Experiences Are Important
We want each of your child’s visits with us to be as pleasant as possible. Our practitioners are gentle and take the time to explain everything both to your child and your family as a whole. By harbouring trust and relationships, your child can look back on their time fondly and be receptive to additional visits in the future.
FAQ
What if my child needs any work done?
At what age should my child first see the dentist?
Medicare Child Dental Benefits
At Shenton Park Family Dental, we are passionate about helping children achieve and maintain excellent oral health for a lifetime. That’s why we are pleased to accept the Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).
To be eligible for the CDBS, your child must:
- Be aged 2 to 17 years for at least 1 day of the calendar year
- Be eligible for Medicare on the day of service
- Get, or be part of a family getting, certain Australian Government payments
You can check if your child is eligible by logging onto your MyGov account, calling Medicare on 132 011, coming into the practice with your Medicare card or fill in the form here with your Medicare card details.
We’ll check your child’s eligibility and available balance on the spot.
Our staff can quickly verify if your child is eligible for CDBS and how much benefit is available to use. This way, you’ll know exactly what services you can access under the program before your appointment. Fill out the form here to request a check of your child’s eligibility.
Reserve Your Child’s Checkup
Has it been six months or longer since your child’s last exam and clean? Does your child need to see a dentist for the first time? Contact us today!
Any invasive or surgical procedure may carry risks. Before moving forward, it is recommended that you seek a second opinion from an appropriately licensed medical professional.
