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Dental care for children

Dental care tips for children covering brushing teeth, flossing, tooth development, teeth decay and other dental problems and when to see a dentist.

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Dental care for infants and toddlers

Baby dental care starts from their first tooth. Learn about the correct dental care for infants from bottle feeding to eating solid foods.

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Dental benefits for kids (CDBS)

The Australian Government's Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) helps cover the cost of your child's dental care.

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Your child's health

Your child's health includes dental care, recognising when your child is unwell, has a serious illness and taking care when giving them medicine.

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Baby teeth

Baby teeth start to come through the gums at about 6 months and have usually all appeared by 2 to 3 years of age. Learn how to care for baby teeth.

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Looking after your teeth during pregnancy

Hormonal changes during pregnancy can make your gums easily irritated, causing them to bleed when your brush. Find out about caring for your teeth during pregnancy.

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Payments for families

Payments to support families are available from the Australian Government if you are the parent or carer of a child. Find out if you might be eligible.

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Health services for rural families

Learn more about rural health services such as the Patient Assisted Travel scheme, telehealth, access to hospitals, pregnancy and childbirth care.

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Teething

Teething can start between 4 and 10 months and usually makes babies fussy and cranky. Find out how to ease your baby’s teething discomfort and care for new and emerging teeth.

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Glossary of pregnancy and labour

Glossary of common terms and abbreviations used in pregnancy and labour.

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