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Children’s Dentistry at Diggers Rest, Caroline Springs, Hillside, Taylors Lake and Sydenham

Children’s dentistry is an important part of their overall health and development. Helping your child learn to care for their teeth at an early age can instill confidence and provide a healthy smile for life. Our team of compassionate dental professionals at Diggers Rest Dental House are ready to help and will provide your child with a positive, kind and gentle early dental experience.

Children’s dentistry is an important part of their overall health and development. Helping your child learn to care for their teeth at an early age can instill confidence and provide a healthy smile for life. Our team of compassionate dental professionals at Diggers Rest Dental House are ready to help and will provide your child with a positive, kind and gentle early dental experience.

Children Dentistry - Caroline Springs, Hillside, Taylors Lake and Sydenham - Diggers Rest Dental House

We Treat Children of All Ages

Whether you have a child that is ready for their first dental appointment or a teenager that needs braces, we are here to help. We offer a variety of dental solutions for our young patients, and because of their desire to look great on social media, we keep up with the latest trends to not only improve their oral health, but to help them look their best.

We Treat Children of All Ages

Children Dentistry - Caroline Springs, Hillside, Taylors Lake and Sydenham - Diggers Rest Dental House

Whether you have a child that is ready for their first dental appointment or a teenager that needs braces, we are here to help.

We offer a variety of dental solutions for our young patients, and because of their desire to look great on social media, we keep up with the latest trends to not only improve their oral health, but to help them look their best.

Prevention is the Best Dental Treatment

We know that prevention is key for keeping children’s teeth healthy. That’s why we focus on working with our young patients to teach them the importance of oral health care and what it means. While you teach your child the importance of brushing and flossing, we back up what you teach with fun ways to reinforce oral hygiene and care. And if any problems should arise, regular dental checkups allow us to find and treat problems early, quite often before pain takes over.

Some common problems that young children have are tooth decay and cavities. Our gentle dentists can fill the cavity before it gets too large and if needed, may offer a special sealant to protect the other teeth. We also provide services to help teeth remain healthy as they develop, including Invisalign clear aligners and orthodontic services, so they can enjoy healthy teeth with a smile they can be proud of.

We know that prevention is key for keeping children’s teeth healthy. That’s why we focus on working with our young patients to teach them the importance of oral health care and what it means.

While you teach your child the importance of brushing and flossing, we back up what you teach with fun ways to reinforce oral hygiene and care. And if any problems should arise, regular dental checkups allow us to find and treat problems early, quite often before pain takes over.

Some common problems that young children have are tooth decay and cavities. Our gentle dentists can fill the cavity before it gets too large and if needed, may offer a special sealant to protect the other teeth.

We also provide services to help teeth remain healthy as they develop, including Invisalign clear aligners and orthodontic services, so they can enjoy healthy teeth with a smile they can be proud of.

Our Happy Patient

Nicole W.

Great practice with a fantastic facility. ‘The lovely team made myself and my 4 year old feel very comfortable.

Nicole W.

How We Help Young Patients

When you bring your young child for a dental visit with us, we will use a technique called Tell, Show and Do. This is how it goes:

Tell:

During this step the dentist will explain or tell your child what they will do in the mouth. This helps your child understand they are part of the process and gives them time to ask questions.

Show:

The dentist will then show them what will be done, which may include providing a mirror for the child to see inside their mouth or having a look at the tools the dentist will use.

Do:

Now comes the treatment, which is what we do. The goal at this stage is to help your child remain comfortable and relaxed while the dentist works. Your child will be given instructions that they can raise their hand to stop the treatment, so they know they are in control.

Your Child’s First Dental Visit

Your child’s first dental visit can set the tone for how they feel about the dentist for the rest of their life. That’s why we believe in bringing children for a checkup before any problems arise. When you use this approach, the child will not associate the dentist with a painful tooth or infection, but instead will learn that the dentist is important to help prevent dental problems.

The first visit with a young patient is usually a dental checkup to allow them an opportunity to become familiar with the office. The dentist will talk to your child and get to know them, and explain what a dental checkup is. Your child may get a fun talk about brushing and flossing and if you like, you can request a professional teeth polishing so they get a real treatment.

We know that the first dental visit can be stressful for both children and parents, but the following are some tips to help make it easier:

Your child’s first dental visit can set the tone for how they feel about the dentist for the rest of their life.

That’s why we believe in bringing children for a checkup before any problems arise. When you use this approach, the child will not associate the dentist with a painful tooth or infection, but instead will learn that the dentist is important to help prevent dental problems.

The first visit with a young patient is usually a dental checkup to allow them an opportunity to become familiar with the office.

The dentist will talk to your child and get to know them, and explain what a dental checkup is. Your child may get a fun talk about brushing and flossing and if you like, you can request a professional teeth polishing so they get a real treatment.

We know that the first dental visit can be stressful for both children and parents, but the following are some tips to help make it easier:

Call ahead and let us know if your child has any special needs
Read a book or watch a fun video with your child about going to the dentist
Avoid the words pain and needle
Avoid negative phrases that can frighten children about the dentist
Bring sunglasses for your child to wear while sitting in the dental chair to soothe them from the bright light
Bring a phone or tablet so they can play a game or watch a movie while waiting for their turn
Consider your child’s naptime when scheduling their visit, as many children are more alert in the morning

Our Happy Patient

Charmaine D.

Have been coming here for 2 years and nothing but the best service and care. The staff are great with kids who get nervous.

Charmaine D.
Children Dentist near Caroline Springs, Hillside, Taylors Lake and Sydenham - Diggers Rest Dental House

Setting Your Child up for a Lifetime of Oral Health

We work with parents to help establish healthy oral hygiene habits from a young age. We know your child’s health is important and we do our best to education them in an enlightening and fun environment. We can offer tips like how to help your child remember to brush or floss.

A healthy smile is important for a child’s development and confidence. Our skilled team of professionals provides services to help you child enjoy oral health such as palette widening and braces. We have many options for individual situations and will happily discuss all treatments with you.

To keep up with the demands of today’s teenagers, we provide Invisalign to help them efficiently and discreetly straighten their teeth. This is a comfortable alternative to traditional braces that more people desire with the popularity of social media and online meetings. If your child wants Invisalign, we can determine if it is the ideal solution and if not, we can recommend other options such as clear or ceramic braces.

Setting Your Child up for a Lifetime of Oral Health

Children Dentist near Caroline Springs, Hillside, Taylors Lake and Sydenham - Diggers Rest Dental House

We work with parents to help establish healthy oral hygiene habits from a young age. We know your child’s health is important and we do our best to education them in an enlightening and fun environment.

We can offer tips like how to help your child remember to brush or floss.

A healthy smile is important for a child’s development and confidence. Our skilled team of professionals provides services to help you child enjoy oral health such as palette widening and braces.

We have many options for individual situations and will happily discuss all treatments with you.

To keep up with the demands of today’s teenagers, we provide Invisalign to help them efficiently and discreetly straighten their teeth. This is a comfortable alternative to traditional braces that more people desire with the popularity of social media and online meetings.

If your child wants Invisalign, we can determine if it is the ideal solution and if not, we can recommend other options such as clear or ceramic braces.

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While we agree that you can’t put a price on good health (especially when it comes to your teeth), we understand the reality of family budgets. That’s why we offer flexible treatment options and family-affordable pricing. You might say the only thing average about Dental House is our prices.

Dental Benefits Schedule

The Australian Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule will cover either the partial or full cost of basic dental treatments for children of all ages. Benefits are for children ages 2 to 17 who are eligible for Medicare and receive and eligible Centrelink payment, or have a parent who receives an eligible payment. Ups to $1,000 worth of basic dental services may be claimed over a two year period including checkups, x-rays, fissure sealings, fillings, extractions, x-rays, root canal therapy and cleanings.
The Australian Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule will cover either the partial or full cost of basic dental treatments for children of all ages.

Benefits are for children ages 2 to 17 who are eligible for Medicare and receive and eligible Centrelink payment, or have a parent who receives an eligible payment.

Ups to $1,000 worth of basic dental services may be claimed over a two year period including checkups, x-rays, fissure sealings, fillings, extractions, x-rays, root canal therapy and cleanings.

Schedule Your Child’s Visit Today

Call today and schedule your child’s dental visit and let us help your child begin their path to a lifetime of oral health.

Disclaimer: The material posted is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Results vary with each patient. Any dental procedure carries risks and benefits. If you have any specific questions about any dental and/or medical matter, you should consult your dentist, physician or other professional healthcare providers.

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