Did you know that tooth decay is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus mutans, which feeds on acid and sugar in the mouth? Babies are not born with such bacteria, but they catch them through their primary caregiver, usually the mother. Every time the mom shares a spoon with her baby, the bacteria are passed on, […]
The day that you take your child to his first dental appointment is a milestone occasion, but it could also be a scary and often stressful situation for your little one. Every Northern Beaches family dentist knows how essential it is for the first dental visit to be as smooth as possible as it could […]
Although dental decay is the most common and widespread childhood disease, parents often overlook the importance of scheduling dental appointment for their children. With cavities at epidemic levels amongst children in Australia, it is important to make children’s dentistry a priority. The first dental visit should take place within six months of the first tooth […]