Hints and Tips for Healthy Teeth
Healthy Eating
Limit sugary foods and drinks, as they significantly contribute to tooth decay. Encourage a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables to promote better dental and overall health.
Healthy Drinking
The best drink for your child’s teeth is plain tap water. It contains fluoride, which helps strengthen teeth. Minimise the consumption of soft drinks, sports drinks, cordials, and fruit juices, which are often high in sugar.
Brush Twice a Day
Children should brush their teeth at least twice daily using a gentle but thorough technique. A soft toothbrush with a small head and fluoride toothpaste is recommended. Kids under eight may need assistance to ensure proper brushing.
Floss Daily
Encourage children to floss every day to remove food particles and plaque from between their teeth.
Visit Your Dentist Regularly
Schedule dental check-ups every six months, starting from age three. Regular visits help reinforce good dental habits and reduce the likelihood of fillings in the future.
Wear a Mouthguard for Sport
Protect your child’s teeth during sports with a custom-made, professionally fitted mouth guard. Available in various colours, mouth guards should be always worn during training and play to minimise the risk of dental injury.
Child Dental Benefits Schedule
Eligible children can claim $1052 in free dental* services through the Australian Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). This program covers a range of services, including:
*Treatment is free when services covered by the Commonwealth Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule are bulk billed by participating practitioners for treatments provided to eligible patients.
Book an Appointment
Book a Checkup & Clean for your child at an nib Dental Care Centre near you.
