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Why should my child see a paediatric dentist rather than a general dentist?

For Kids

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Losing a tooth is very special as it means you are growing up and you are ready for a new tooth. It’s very important to look after both your baby teeth and your adult teeth so they are strong and healthy. Healthy, shiny teeth are my favourite thing to collect. So remember:

  • Brush your teeth at least twice a day
  • Floss your teeth at least once a day
  • Eat lots of fruit and vegetables and not too many lollies or snacks
  • Make sure you visit your friendly dentist every 6 months

I’ve put together some colouring in sheets and activities so you can have even more fun learning all about your mouth! Ask an adult to print some out for you. You can watch my video about visiting the dentist.

Love,

The Tooth Fairy

First Visit to the Dentist

Children should come to the dentist for their first checkup when they’re about two years old and after that they need to return every six months to make sure their teeth are healthy forever.

Some children are a little bit worried about these first visits. Our team of specialist paediatric dentists are dedicated to children’s dentistry and our dental therapists focus on making children feel comfortable in the dentist’s chair and familiarising them with the instruments used. After their visit, children will receive a ‘My First Visit to the Dentist’ certificate and a special bag full of fun and useful things for their teeth.

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Did you know?

Toothbrush bristles were originally made from the hair of animals, including cows, hogs, horses and badgers.

Your teeth like to stay together and grow in pairs – one on the left and one on the right.

Human tooth enamel is the hardest part of the body. Brushing your teeth twice a day will keep it stays nice and strong!

I like to collect shiny, white, pearly teeth when I visit you, so your baby ones that fall out tend to be smaller and whiter than the adult teeth that you’ll have forever.

Teeth are valuable! In fact one of Sir Isaac Newton’s teeth once sold for $35,700 – so make sure you look after yours.

Did you know girls normally get their teeth before boys?

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Why should my child see a paediatric dentist rather than a general dentist?