faq
Will my child need braces?
We recommend that children receives an orthodontic evaluation by age 7 because enough permanent teeth have come in and enough jaw growth has occurred that the dentist or orthodontist …
Why does my child need to see a Paediatric Dentist?
Paediatric dentists are dental specialists with additional years of training. Along with specialized technical skills, they also possess a thorough understanding of the needs and development of children. Paediatric …
Why does my child need sealants?
A sealant is a clear or opaque resin coating that is applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth. More commonly used on permanent teeth, they can be applied to …
How do dental sealants work?
Sealants work by filling in the crevasses on the chewing surfaces of the teeth. This shuts out food particles that could get caught in the teeth, causing cavities. The …
Why do some children get tooth decay before they are two years old?
About 1 in 10 children experience tooth decay before they are two years old. The most common cause is when a baby is placed in the crib at night …
Why is my child’s front tooth turning gray?
Many times, due to an injury, the nerve inside the tooth may be bruised or infected causing a grey discoloration. With time, usually within a month or so, the …
Why does my child have a tooth coming in behind the other?
Overcrowding may be caused by a small jaw, big teeth or a combination of both. This can result in a permanent tooth coming in behind the baby tooth in …
Why are my child’s permanent teeth coming in “yellower” than his/her baby teeth?
At approximately 6 to 7 years of age, parents begin to notice the new permanent teeth are coming in darker than the baby teeth. Our permanent teeth have a …
Why are baby teeth so important?
Many parents have been led to believe that baby teeth don’t need to be restored if affected by decay. Yes, these teeth will eventually fall out. However, the average …
Sydney Paediatric Dentistry
21-23 Burwood Rd #201
Burwood NSW 2134
Sydney, Australia
Cremorne Paediatric Dentistry
Shop 2, 114-116 Cabramatta Rd,
Cremorne NSW 2090, Australia
135 Edgecliff Road,
Woollahra NSW 2025
Sydney, Australia