Gentle Dental Care for Younger Smiles
Children’s dentistry focuses on the ongoing oral health needs of infants, children and adolescents. Regular dental visits help support healthy teeth and gums, build positive experiences, and address concerns early to promote long-term oral wellbeing.
Our team works with families to provide dental care in a relaxed, supportive environment tailored to children’s needs.
What Is Children’s Dentistry?
Children’s dentistry includes:
- Routine dental check-ups and professional cleaning
- Oral hygiene guidance for children and caregivers
- Early assessment of tooth development and jaw growth
- Cavity prevention and management
- Treatment of decay and other dental concerns
- Advice on diet, habits and dental health routines
Regular visits help build familiarity with the dental team and allow early intervention where needed.
Comfort and Pain Management
We aim to make dental visits positive experiences for children. Most routine examinations and cleanings are comfortable, and our team works gently and patiently with each child.
For treatment procedures that may involve discomfort (such as restoring a decayed tooth) local anaesthetic is used where appropriate to ensure the area is numb before treatment begins. This helps keep the experience as comfortable and pain-free as possible.
Your dentist will explain what to expect before any treatment so you and your child can feel prepared and at ease.
Preventive Care for Children
Professional Cleanings and Exams
Regular check-ups and gentle cleaning help reduce plaque, detect early signs of decay or gum concerns, and support healthy oral development.
Education and Guidance
We provide practical advice on brushing, flossing, and age-appropriate oral care habits to support your child’s daily dental routine.
Fluoride and Protective Treatments
Where clinically indicated, fluoride applications or dental sealants may be recommended to strengthen enamel and help prevent cavities.
Call Now or Book an Appointment
Don’t wait to start ensuring your child’s lifelong oral health! Call us to book your child’s first appointment with a children’s dentist in Sunbury!
Frequently Asked Questions
Children are generally advised to have dental check-ups every six months, or more frequently if recommended by your dentist depending on dental health needs.
Routine examinations and cleanings are typically comfortable. For procedures that may involve sensitivity, local anaesthetic is used where appropriate so the area is numb and treatment is as pain-free as possible.
The Australian Dental Association recommends a child’s first dental visit by around their first birthday or when the first tooth appears, whichever comes first.
Encourage brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, limit sugary snacks and drinks, and help your child develop positive hygiene habits.
Yes. Baby teeth support chewing, speech development and space maintenance for adult teeth. Caring for them helps your child’s overall oral health.
