Oral Health Therapist for Children in Adelaide
We’ll help your child grow a bright, happy smile!
Our dedicated Oral Health Therapists will look after your child’s teeth and gums and will guide them into growing a healthy smile. We invite children as young as 18 months old to come and experience their first dental appointment and meet our friendly team. We provide all dental services to children and will follow through with oral health and dietary advice.
A regular dental visit involves:
• Thorough examination of the entire mouth, including teeth, gums and soft tissues
• Dental radiographs as required
• Understanding and learning of the child’s current oral hygiene regimes and diet
• Explaining and discussing the areas of plaque and calculus accumulation, signs of dental decay or gum disease
• Removal of plaque and/or calculus
• Fluoride application treatment
• Providing advice on oral hygiene
and diet
• Specialist referral as required
• Assessment of custom-made mouth guards as required
Child Dental Benefits Scheme
Child dental benefits scheme
We are excited to announce our participation in the Child Dental Benefits Scheme, which provides eligible children with $1000 over 2 years. The scheme that is being federally funded allows families to afford best possible dental treatment, without the financial stress.
Letters are sent to eligible families regarding children who can claim dental benefits or alternatively families can enquire with Medicare Australia.
A regular dental visit involves:
• Thorough examination of the entire mouth, including teeth, gums and soft tissues
• Dental radiographs as required
• Understanding and learning of the child’s current oral hygiene regimes and diet
• Explaining and discussing the areas of plaque and calculus accumulation, signs of dental decay
or gum disease
• Removal of plaque and/or calculus
• Fluoride treatment application
• Providing advice on oral hygiene and diet
• Specialist referral as required, such as orthodontist
• Assessment for custom-made mouth
guards as required
• Thorough examination of the entire mouth, including teeth, gums and soft tissues
• Dental radiographs as required
• Understanding and learning of the child’s current oral hygiene regimes and diet
• Explaining and discussing the areas of plaque and calculus accumulation, signs of dental decay or
gum disease
• Removal of plaque and/or calculus
• Fluoride application treatment
• Providing advice on oral hygiene and diet
• Specialist referral as required
• Assessment of custom-made mouth guards as required
Child dental benefits scheme
We are excited to announce our participation in the Child Dental Benefits Scheme, which provides eligible children with $1013 over 2 years. The scheme that is being federally funded allows families to afford best possible dental treatment, without the financial stress.
Letters are sent to eligible families regarding children who can claim dental benefits or alternatively families can enquire with Medicare Australia.
Hygiene appointments are performed routinely and are essential for the treatment and prevention of gum disease, as well as aiding in the early detection of tooth decay. Our team of experienced Oral Health Therapists are passionate about educating patients on brushing techniques, nutrition and other lifestyle factors to help maintain good oral health for a lifetime.
Children's Days at Adelaide
Children’s Days at Adelaide Smile centre are a wonderful way to introduce your child to the dental environment and encourage children to enjoy the dentist as much as they can! We have a different theme for each day and we encourage our patients to join in on the fun. Our staff and patients dress up, children have their six-month dental appointment and gifts are given.
If you would like to schedule an appointment on our next Children's day, please contact us at 08 8347 2222 as soon as possible, as limited spaces are available.
Children's Day dates:
• Thursday 7 October 2021
• Thursday 28 April 2022
Children's Days at Adelaide Smile Centre
Children’s Days at Adelaide Smile Centre are a wonderful way to introduce your child to the dental environment and encourage children to enjoy the dentist as much as they can! We have a different theme for each day and we encourage our patients to join in on the fun. Our staff and patients dress up, children have their six-month dental appointment and memorable day is had by all!
If you would like to schedule an appointment on our next Children's day, please contact us at 08 8347 2222 as soon as possible, as limited spaces are available.
