Children's Dentistry In Yamanto
At Tranquility Dentistry we believe establishing a good relationship with your Dentist is paramount to reducing anxiety and maintaining dental health, and creating this trust as young as possible is the best way to achieve this. Little ones often have a fear of the unknown, so we like to take things slow and introduce the process without too much pressure – if they’re a little anxious the first time, we don’t push past their point of comfort; instead we bring it back reassuring, and trying again another day. And if they do well, we reward for their bravery (and often bribery works well too!).
Starting off with a simple check-up is the best way to establish this trust. Our path to success starts with discussing good dental care for bub, so we encourage you to book in a check-up for yourself within the first year after they are born. Then we can see your child for their own check-up at around 2 years old, at the very least just having a brief look to make sure their teeth are coming through healthy. Usually, at 3 years old we can successfully start giving them nice gentle cleans. This will ensure the dentist trips are stress-free for your child, and therefore less stressful for you!
Your child may be eligible for the Child Dental Benefit Scheme (CDBS), which means $1000 of free dental treatment! Please contact our clinic with your Medicare details and we can check if your child qualifies.
A Family Dentist for Ipswich Kids
Good dental habits start early, and so does a positive relationship with the dentist. At Tranquility Dentistry in Yamanto, we take a gentle, patient approach with children, going at their pace and never pushing past their comfort level. If they’re unsure the first time, we simply try again another day, and we always celebrate their bravery.
We recommend your child’s first visit by their first birthday or when their first tooth comes through. From there, regular six-monthly check-ups let us monitor their development, catch problems early and keep visits relaxed and familiar. Around three years old, most children are ready for their first gentle clean.
We see children and families from Yamanto, Ipswich, Raceview, Flinders View, Deebing Heights, Ripley, Providence, Springfield, Redbank, Amberley, Brassall and beyond.
Our Children’s Dental Services
From first visits to teenage years, we look after every stage of your child’s dental health:
- Gentle check-ups and cleans
- Fissure seals to protect back teeth from decay
- Fluoride treatments
- Tooth-coloured fillings for baby and adult teeth
- Custom sports mouthguards
- Early intervention orthodontics from 7–9 years
- Care for dental injuries and knocked-out teeth
- Nitrous oxide (happy gas) for anxious children
Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)
Your child may be eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, a Medicare program that provides up to $1,000 of basic dental treatment over two calendar years. It covers services such as check-ups, cleans, x-rays, fissure seals, fillings and extractions.
Children aged 0–17 are generally eligible if the family receives certain government payments, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A, during the year. Contact our clinic with your child’s Medicare details and we’ll check eligibility for you.
Not eligible for the CDBS? We accept all health funds, claim on the spot with HICAPS and offer payment plans through Zippay, Afterpay and DentiCare (subject to approval).
Tips for Healthy Kids’ Teeth at Home
- Start early: clean your baby’s teeth as soon as the first one appears, using a soft, small toothbrush.
- Use the right toothpaste: from 18 months, use a pea-sized amount of low-fluoride children’s toothpaste.
- Help with brushing: brush twice a day and help your child until they’re about eight years old.
- Choose water: tap water contains fluoride, while juice, cordial and soft drinks are major causes of decay.
- Limit sugary snacks: especially between meals, and never put your child to bed with a bottle of milk or juice.
- Protect their smile in sport: a custom mouthguard helps prevent broken and knocked-out teeth.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Children’s Dentistry
When should my child first see the dentist?
We recommend your child’s first dental visit by their first birthday or when their first tooth comes through. Early visits help us check teeth are developing well and let your child get comfortable with the dentist before any treatment is ever needed.
What happens at my child’s first dental visit?
The first visit is short, gentle and fun. We count your child’s teeth, check their gums and development, and talk with you about brushing, diet and teething. We never push past your child’s comfort level. If they are unsure, we try again another day.
How often should children see the dentist?
Most children should have a check-up every six months. Regular visits help us spot early decay, check development and keep dental visits relaxed and familiar.
What is the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)?
The CDBS is a Medicare program that provides eligible children with up to $1,000 of basic dental treatment over two calendar years, including check-ups, cleans, x-rays, fillings, fissure seals and extractions. Eligible children can be treated under the CDBS at our Yamanto clinic.
How do I know if my child is eligible for the CDBS?
Children aged 0–17 are eligible if the family receives certain Centrelink payments, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A, at least once during the calendar year. Contact our clinic with your child’s Medicare details and we can check eligibility for you.
When should my child start brushing?
Start cleaning as soon as the first tooth appears, using a soft, small toothbrush. From 18 months, use a pea-sized amount of low-fluoride children’s toothpaste. Brush twice a day and help your child until they are about eight years old.
Are baby teeth important if they fall out anyway?
Yes. Baby teeth help children eat, speak and smile, and hold space for adult teeth. Decay in baby teeth can cause pain and infection and may affect the developing adult teeth underneath.
What causes tooth decay in children?
Decay is caused by bacteria feeding on sugars. Frequent snacking, sweet drinks, juice, and falling asleep with a bottle of milk are common causes. Brushing twice a day, drinking tap water and limiting sugary foods helps protect teeth.
Do you offer fissure sealants for kids?
Yes. Fissure seals are a protective coating on the grooves of back teeth to help prevent decay. Read more on our fissure seals page.
Does my child need a mouthguard for sport?
If your child plays contact sports, a custom-fitted mouthguard is strongly recommended to protect their teeth and jaw. Visit our mouthguards page for more information.
My child is nervous about the dentist. How can you help?
We take things slowly and introduce each step without pressure. If your child is anxious, we don’t push past their comfort level, and we reward their bravery. Stay positive at home and avoid words like “hurt” or “needle”. See our anxiety and fear page.
When should my child have their first clean?
Usually around three years old, children are ready for a gentle clean. Before then, visits focus on checking teeth and building trust.
What should I do if my child knocks out a tooth?
For an adult tooth, pick it up by the crown, rinse briefly in milk and try to place it back in the socket, or store it in milk, then see us immediately. Do not replant a baby tooth. Call (07) 3060 4724 for any dental injury.
When should my child be checked for crooked teeth?
An orthodontic check around seven to nine years of age can identify problems that are easier to treat early. Learn more on our early intervention page.
Is thumb sucking bad for my child’s teeth?
Thumb and dummy sucking is normal in young children. If it continues after adult teeth start coming through, it can affect how the teeth and jaws develop. We can check your child’s bite and give tips to help break the habit.
Are dental x-rays safe for children?
Yes. Dental x-rays use very low doses of radiation, and we only take them when needed to check for decay between teeth or developing teeth.
Can children have fillings and extractions?
Yes. When needed, we provide gentle fillings and extractions for children. Nitrous oxide can help anxious children relax, and many treatments are covered for eligible children under the CDBS.
Should parents have a check-up too?
Yes. The bacteria that cause decay can be passed from parent to child, so we encourage parents to have their own check-up within the first year after their baby is born. Good family habits set children up for healthy teeth.
Where can I find a family dentist near Ipswich?
Tranquility Dentistry is a family-friendly dentist at Shop 7, 428 Warwick Road, Yamanto. We see children from Raceview, Flinders View, Deebing Heights, Ripley, Providence, Springfield, Redbank, Amberley, Willowbank, Brassall, Karalee and across Ipswich.
How do I book my child’s dental appointment?
Call (07) 3060 4724, email info@tranquilitydentistry.com.au or book online. Please have your child’s Medicare card handy so we can check CDBS eligibility.
