{"id":246,"date":"2018-10-15T11:21:04","date_gmt":"2018-10-15T10:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/?p=246"},"modified":"2018-10-30T11:21:12","modified_gmt":"2018-10-30T11:21:12","slug":"meeting-all-your-childs-dental-health-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/meeting-all-your-childs-dental-health-needs\/","title":{"rendered":"Meeting all your child\u2019s dental health needs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Recent studies show that an alarming 27% of Australian children aged 5-10 are living with untreated tooth decay. By the time a child then meets a dentist it could be a difficult experience, resulting in children associating dental care with discomfort and pain. It\u2019s important that your child\u2019s first experiences are positive ones, setting a life-time behaviour of seeing the dentist every 6 months, resulting in great dental health care.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for your child\u2019s first <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernbeachesdental.com.au\/\">dentist in Mackay<\/a>, consider us at <strong>Northern Beaches Dental<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-247\" src=\"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/childrens-dental-care.jpg\" alt=\"Dentist in Mackay\" width=\"325\" height=\"217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/childrens-dental-care.jpg 325w, https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/childrens-dental-care-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/childrens-dental-care-200x134.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\" \/>Why Northern Beaches Dental in Mackay for my child\u2019s dental care?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We believe in being family orientated and ensuring your child\u2019s first experiences of us are warm, gentle and positive. We like to see children as soon as they have their first teeth if possible, so we can establish good relationships with them from the get-go. We ensure when you child sits in our dental chair, their experience is paramount, and we will do everything we can to make a great first impression.<\/p>\n<p>Our ethos is prevention first, so attending regular check-ups where we will provide you with information on diet, tooth and gum care and give your child\u2019s teeth a good clean, is strongly recommended by your dentist. In Mackay, you can rely on us to provide you with all the support you need as a parent to ensure your child\u2019s ongoing oral health. We also like to educate, so we\u2019ll teach them how to use a tooth brush correctly, building healthy habits that last them a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Multi-disciplinary approach brings a world of dental care to your doorstep<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In addition to the basics, we will also monitor teeth and jaw growth, making sure of early diagnosis of any dental issue before they become a problem. We can refer your child for braces treatment if needed with our referral and follow-up system. We also collaborate closely with ENT surgeons and other specialists in the field, as we know a multi-disciplinary approach creates a safety net for your child\u2019s oral health and developmental needs.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to introduce your child to their first <strong>dentist in Mackay<\/strong>, ring us today and be guaranteed to receive a warm and friendly reception from our team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recent studies show that an alarming 27% of Australian children aged 5-10 are living with untreated tooth decay. By the time a child then meets a dentist it could be a difficult experience, resulting in children associating dental care with discomfort and pain. 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