
Diabetes
People with diabetes, particularly if they have irregular blood glucose levels, have a higher risk of tooth and gum problems.
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Dry mouth
A dry mouth happens when you don’t produce enough saliva. It can increase your risk of tooth decay, oral infections, and gum disease.
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Dummies and thumb sucking
Thumb sucking is a natural habit for babies and usually stops between the ages of two and four.
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Early Childhood Caries (ECC)
Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is a serious form of tooth decay that affects the baby teeth of young children aged five and under.
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Encourage your child to spit, don’t rinse
After brushing, encourage your child to spit the toothpaste out but don’t rinse with water.
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First dental appointment
It’s a good idea to make your baby’s first dental appointment between 12 – 18 months of age.
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General Anaesthetic (GA)
If your child needs dental treatment which is unable to be provided in the dental chair at the clinic, it may be recommended the care be completed under General Anaesthesia (GA) in hospital.
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Gum disease
Gum disease affects the gums, bones and tissues supporting your teeth.
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Kids dental appointments
All children under 18 years who either live in or go to school in South Australia can attend one of our clinics.
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Kids should avoid sugary foods and drinks
Limit the number of times a day your child has sugary foods and drinks.
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Kids should brush morning and night
Kids should brush their teeth twice a day with a small, soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
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Mouthguards
A sports mouthguard can protect your child from serious dental injuries, such as broken jaws, fractured, cracked or knocked-out teeth, cut lips and tongues.
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