Say goodbye to dental visits that make kids nervous! At Tooth Dental, we focus on making your child’s experience fun and enjoyable. Our goal is for your little ones to leave saying, “When can we come back to the dentist?”
We have a dedicated kids’ corner in our patient lounge, filled with activities to keep them entertained. Once it’s time for their check-up, your dentist will carefully examine your child’s teeth, mouth, and bite. They’ll discuss any concerns with you, provide home care tips, and offer advice on diet. And don’t be surprised if your child receives a balloon animal from our friendly dentists and OHTs—sometimes, the adults join in on the fun too!
We recommend bringing your child in for their first visit by age 3. The first appointment is usually just a fun chair ride and a quick look at their teeth. As they grow more comfortable with us, we can start doing cleanings, X-rays, and even preventive treatments like fissure seals on their back teeth. Dr. Lou and Dr. Sophia, who are passionate about orthodontics, will keep an eye on your child’s bite. Early intervention can often lead to less time in braces later on.
If your child plays sports, be sure to get a new mouthguard every 12 months or whenever the old one feels tight.
Growing Healthy Smiles From Baby Teeth to Teen Years
At TOOTH DENTAL, we love caring for growing smiles. Our experienced team provides gentle, family-friendly dental care for children from infancy through to adolescence. Whether it’s your child’s first dental visit, a routine check-up, treatment for a dental injury, orthodontic assessment, or Invisalign for teens, we’re here to help every step of the way.
We believe positive dental experiences in childhood create confident, healthy smiles for life.
Why Choose TOOTH DENTAL for Your Child?
Why Families Choose TOOTH DENTAL
At TOOTH DENTAL, we’re all about creating positive dental experiences for children (and making life a little easier for parents too!).
🦷 Friendly faces and gentle care – Our team loves working with children and takes the time to help them feel comfortable, confident and safe.
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly appointments – We understand busy family schedules and can often coordinate appointments for siblings and parents together.
✨ The latest technology, without the fuss – Using our iTero Lumina digital scanner, we can capture detailed 3D images without messy impressions.
😁 Growing smiles, guided carefully – We monitor your child’s dental development and provide orthodontic and Invisalign assessments when the time is right.
🏉 Protection for active kids – Custom-fitted sports mouthguards help protect growing smiles both on and off the field.
🚑 Here when accidents happen – Whether it’s a toothache, a chipped tooth or a sporting injury, we’re here to help when your child needs us most.
🌟 Prevention first – We focus on education, prevention and early intervention to help your child enjoy a lifetime of healthy smiles.
💙 Dentistry with a Difference – We believe great dental care is about more than teeth. It’s about building trust, creating positive experiences and helping children become confident dental patients for life. #happyhumans
See Your Child’s Future Smile with iTero Lumina
At TOOTH DENTAL, we use the latest iTero Lumina scanner to create a comfortable, radiation-free 3D digital scan of your child’s teeth.
For children and teenagers considering orthodontic treatment, we can also use Invisalign SmileView technology to show a simulation of potential treatment outcomes. This allows parents and children to visualise how their smile may look following orthodontic treatment before making any decisions.
The process is quick, comfortable, and often one of our patients’ favourite parts of their visit.
Your Child’s First Dental Visit
We recommend children visit the dentist when their first tooth appears or by their first birthday.
The first appointment focuses on:
- Building trust and confidence
- Checking tooth development
- Monitoring jaw growth
- Discussing feeding and oral habits
- Providing age-appropriate oral hygiene advice
- Helping parents establish healthy routines
Our goal is to make every visit fun, relaxed and educational.
Preventive Dentistry for Children
Prevention is always better than treatment.
We focus on:
- Dental examinations
- Professional cleaning
- Fluoride treatments
- Fissure sealants
- Dietary advice
- Oral hygiene education
- Early orthodontic assessment
Regular preventive care can help reduce the risk of tooth decay and support healthy dental development.
Children’s Orthodontics and Invisalign
Did you know orthodontic concerns can often be identified well before all adult teeth have erupted?
Our team can assess:
- Crowded teeth
- Bite issues
- Jaw development
- Mouth breathing
- Thumb sucking habits
- Early orthodontic concerns
For older children and teenagers, we offer Invisalign clear aligners and orthodontic treatment options to help create healthy, confident smiles.
Learn more about our Orthodontics and Invisalign services.
Children’s Dental Emergencies
Accidents happen.
We provide prompt care for:
- Broken teeth
- Knocked-out teeth
- Toothaches
- Facial swelling
- Sports injuries
- Dental trauma
If your child experiences a dental emergency, contact our team as soon as possible.
Custom Sports Mouthguards
Protecting growing smiles is important.
We provide professionally fitted sports mouthguards for children and teenagers participating in the following:
- Rugby
- AFL
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Martial arts
Custom mouthguards offer significantly better protection and comfort than over-the-counter alternatives.
Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)
Tooth Dental supports the Medicare Child Dental Benefit Scheme (CDBS), which provides financial assistance for dental treatment for eligible children aged 0 to 17. If you’re eligible for the Family Tax Benefit A, your child may qualify for $1,158 in dental care over two years, covering services like check-ups, cleanings, X-rays, fluoride application, fillings, fissure seals, and extractions. If you’re unsure about your child’s eligibility, give us a call at (07) 3366 1737 and provide your Medicare number to find out.
Visit the Medicare website to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should my child first visit the dentist?
We recommend a first dental visit when the first tooth appears or by age one.
How often should children have dental check-ups?
Most children benefit from dental examinations every six months.
Are baby teeth really important?
Yes. Baby teeth help with eating, speech development, jaw growth and guiding adult teeth into position.
Does my child need orthodontic treatment?
Not all children require orthodontics, but early assessment allows us to monitor development and identify potential concerns before they become more complex.
What age can children start Invisalign?
This varies depending on dental development. We can assess suitability during an orthodontic consultation.
Can nervous children be treated?
Absolutely. Our team takes a gentle, patient-centred approach and works at your child’s pace to build confidence and trust.
Certain cases may be referred to a specialist for assessment or treatment to support optimal outcomes, patient comfort and long-term oral health