Say goodbye to the days of kids being afraid of the dentist! At Tooth Dental, we’re all about making your child’s visit a blast. Our goal is to have your little ones asking, “When can we come back to the dentist?”
We’ve got a super fun kid’s corner in our patient lounge, packed with activities that’ll keep them entertained. Once we head to the treatment room, your dentist will give your child’s teeth, mouth, and bite a thorough check-up, chat with you about any concerns, and cover home care and diet tips. And don’t be surprised if your child gets a balloon animal from our dentists and OHTs—sometimes even the adults get in on the fun!
Ideally, we like to see kids starting around age 3. The first visit is usually just a chair ride and a quick look at their teeth. As they grow and get more comfy with us, we can start doing cleanings, x-rays, and even preventative treatments like fissure seals on their back teeth. Dr. Lou and Dr. Sophia are orthodontic enthusiasts and will keep an eye on your child’s bite. Early intervention can often mean less time in braces down the road.
If your child is into sports, remember to get a new mouthguard every 12 months or whenever the old one starts to feel a bit snug.
Medicare Children Dental Benefit Scheme:
Tooth dental supports the Medicare Child Dental Benefit Scheme (CDBS), and the treatment is rebated through Medicare. The CDBS is a government initiative to provide financial support for dental treatment on eligible kids who are aged between 2 and 17. To be eligible, you must be Family Tax Benefit A. The Child Dental Benefit Schedule includes $1000 over 2 years, and can be used on general dental services such as check-ups, cleans, x-rays, fluoride application, fillings, fissure seals and extractions. Medicare may have sent you a letter informing you of your child’s eligibility, however if you are unsure and would like to find out if your child is eligible, please contact our friendly staff on (07) 3366 1737 and quote them your medicare number.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
