Services

Kids Dental in Keysborough

Got kids? No problem! We love treating entire families including those little ones! Whether you need a ride in the chair for your little one or  kids dental work in Keysborough for the older kids, our tailored approach ensures that each patient receives the appropriate care, no matter the age.

Keysborough has lots of young families so our team has a keen focus on ensuring that everyone in your family is well looked after with us here at Dental at Keys.

Your child may also be eligible for the Medicare Child Dental Benefits Scheme (CDBS) – allowing up to $1,095 to be used over a period of 2 years. Give us a call here to find out if they are eligible.

Why is it important for Children to have Dental Visits?

Just like adults, children need good oral hygiene and dental care for optimum health. It’s an essential part of their overall well-being. Unfortunately, dental problems are often overlooked until a problem arises and it’s too late. This results in the need for complex dental treatment such as root canals or extractions. Establishing a routine of regular dental check-ups early on can prevent many of those issues, ensuring your child grows up with a healthy smile and good oral habits. Preventing that fear of the dentist is an important part of life that should be developed early.

Common dental problems in Children

Children as susceptible to oral health problems, just like adults. In fact, many dental problems, if caught early – can be treated conservatively. Below are some common problems we see in kids:

• Tooth Decay: Tooth decay is extremely common in children, often due to improper brushing, sugary diets, and poor oral hygiene habits. Holes in teeth can progress extremely quickly in baby teeth – so regular check-ups with us are highly recommended!
• Teething Problems: As kids grow, they will experience teething (new teeth coming out of the gum), which can cause discomfort, irritability, and gum tenderness.
• Bad Habits: One such example is thumb sucking. Whilst this is a natural reflex for babies, prolonged habits can lead to problems like flaring of teeth and bite issues.
• Gum Disease: Children can develop gum inflammation if plaque and calculus are not properly removed from their teeth and gums.
• Dental Trauma: Kids as we know, are prone to accidents that can result in chipped, fractured or avulsed teeth. Emergency dental care is crucial in these situations.
• Orthodontic Issues: Teeth crowding, overbites, underbites, and crossbites are common orthodontic problems. Early detection allows for timely early intervention treatment such as expander plates or functional appliances
• Poor Airway: Kids can suffer from Sleep Disordered Breathing (snoring), resulting in conditions such as Sleep Apnoea which severely affect their dental health.

Services we provide for Kids

We provide all the regular dental treatments for kids including check-ups, fillings, sealants, cleans, emergency treatment, orthodontic work and extractions.

Our specialised kids dental treatment in Keysborough (which may not be provided by other general dentists) also include:

• Stainless Steel Crowns (Hall Crowns)
• Pulpotomies (partial nerve removal)
• Silver Diamine Fluoride application (SDF)
• Early intervention Orthodontics such as expander plates and functional appliances.

Occasionally, we may still need to refer to a Paediatric Dentist for kids dental treatment.

Interested in Kids Dental treatment?

Contact us now on (03) 8899 6331 or check out our other services here.

Need help with your dental payments?

We have a variety of Payment Plans available – giving you the flexibility of paying for your children’s dental care later.

Frequently Asked Questions

• At what age should I bring my child to the dentist for their first visit?
  • We recommend scheduling your child’s first dental visit by their first birthday or when their first tooth appears. Early visits help us monitor their oral development and teach you how to care for their growing smile.
• How often should my kids have dental check-ups?
  • It’s recommended that you and your family visit the dentist every six months for regular check-ups and cleanings.
• What services do you provide for children?
  • We offer a full range of paediatric dental services, including cleanings, fluoride treatments, fissure sealants, and cavity prevention, stainless steel crowns, pulptomies. Our dental team is experienced in making dental visits fun and stress-free for kids to ensure they have a positive experience from an early age.