- 02 9410 2211
- Level 3, 430 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067
If you have children, you most likely are aware of the importance of early detection and treatment of any type of dental condition.
The first dental appointment should take place right around your child’s first birthday so that he or she becomes familiar with routine dental care as early as possible. In fact, the earlier that we begin to see your child, the more comfortable he or she will feel when they visit our office.
Years ago, no one believed that paediatric dentistry was even necessary – after all they’re not called “baby teeth” for nothing. However, today the staff at Station Dental knows the importance of beginning proper oral health care as early as possible to establish good oral hygiene habits and to save small problems becoming larger and more costly ones.
At Station Dental, we will educate both you and your child about the importance of:
● Proper oral hygiene during pregnancy – for you and for your developing baby.
● Caring for baby teethto foster good habits and to protect secondary teeth.
● Bringing in baby for a first dental visit and maintaining a proper oral hygiene
schedule to prevent tooth decay from occurring in the first place.
● Addressing tooth decay, even in baby teeth.
● Fillings for baby teethand the need for crowns, if required.
● Maintaining the spacefor a permanent tooth when a baby tooth falls out prematurely.
● Correcting any tooth that is chippedor broken.
● Special appliances that prevent your child from grinding his/her teethwhile they sleep.
● Preventive orthodonticsthat can help to minimize the need for
more extensive and costly future orthodontic care.
● Consulting an orthodontist when we determine that an orthodontist consultis necessary.
We’re every bit as concerned about your child’s dental health as you are. Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime and we are committed to ensuring that they do, right from the time that your child’s first teeth appear!
The Australian Dental Association recommends children visit the dentist when their first tooth appears, or by their first birthday — whichever comes first. Early visits allow Station Dental Chatswood to monitor dental development, advise parents on diet and hygiene, and identify any issues before they become more complex. If your child is older and hasn’t visited yet, it is never too late to start.
Yes. Station Dental at 430 Victoria Ave, Chatswood NSW 2067 provides children’s dental care for patients from toddlers through to teenagers. The team takes a gentle, unhurried approach with young patients to build confidence and make dental visits a positive experience. The practice is a short walk from Chatswood Station.
Station Dental Chatswood accepts patients eligible under the Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). The CDBS provides eligible children aged 2 to 17 with up to $1,095 in dental benefits over two consecutive calendar years, covering checkups, X-rays, cleans, fillings and extractions. Call 02 9410 2211 to check your child’s eligibility.
Fissure sealants are a thin protective coating applied to the deep grooves on the biting surfaces of back teeth, where decay most commonly begins in children. The procedure is quick and comfortable — no drilling is involved. Station Dental Chatswood may recommend fissure sealants when your child’s permanent molars come through, usually between ages 6 and 12.
Dental anxiety in children is very common, and the team at Station Dental Chatswood is experienced in managing nervous young patients. The practice uses a Tell-Show-Do approach — explaining what will happen, showing instruments if that helps, and working at a pace the child is comfortable with. Happy gas (nitrous oxide) is also available for children who need extra support. Parents are welcome to stay throughout the appointment.
Baby teeth are important for chewing, speech development and holding space for adult teeth. Station Dental Chatswood recommends brushing from the time the first tooth appears using a child-appropriate amount of fluoride toothpaste, avoiding sugary drinks in bottles or sippy cups, and scheduling six-monthly dental checkups. Your dentist will provide personalised guidance at your child’s first visit.