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How To Choose Toothpaste For Children: With or Without fluoride?

There are a few different things to consider when buying toothpaste for babies and kids. One of the most important questions you might have is whether you should use a fluoride-free children's toothpaste.

Fluoride helps strengthen children's teeth but shouldn't be swallowed.

Top Ten Tips For Keeping Your Children's Teeth Healthy

With kids now back at school our dentists at Tower Dental wanted to make sure that any bad habits which developed during lockdown are changed as a more normal routine returns. Many of us have understandably let children graze on foods which are bad for their teeth over the last few months.

Oral Care For Infants & Kids

While most babies don't start getting teeth until they are six months old, infant dental care is important from the very beginning. Our dentists in Balwyn recommend an initial visit before the child's first birthday to make sure teeth and gums are cared for and cleaned properly.

When Should My Child See An Orthodontist?

The Australian Society of Orthodontists recommends children visit a registered specialist orthodontist for an assessment between the ages of 8-10 years old. This allows the orthodontist to evaluate your child's teeth and determine if they may need early treatment.

Why It’s Important for Your Child to Visit the Dentist

Most parents overlook how important it is to care for their baby’s teeth but from the moment your child’s first teeth begin to grow it is important to start looking after them. The sooner your child begins to have regular check-ups with the dentist, then the greater their chances of having healthy teeth for longer. It is a very good idea for your child to start making regular visits to the dentist from an early age, and here at Tower Dental, we’d like to explain why.

Dental Health and Your Child's Teeth

How Do My Children’s Teeth Erupt?
While every child is different, most of the primary teeth (baby teeth) come in between the ages of 4 and 12 months.  During the previous months your children’s baby teeth have been forming from the tooth buds in their jaw, and now they’re starting their painful upward journey through the gums and out into the world. The following are general guidelines for the eruption of the baby teeth:

Nutrition for your Children’s Teeth

At Tower Dental our dentists love treating children, from babies to teenagers. We believe that an excellent standard in Children’s dentistry involves spending time with your children to get them used to a dental environment and educate them on the importance of oral hygiene.