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

The Australian Government's Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) helps cover the cost of your child's visiting the dentist. Learn more here.

Your child might see a dentist to get his teeth checked, have a mouth guard fitted, have a filling or talk about how he can look after his teeth.

Regular dentist visits are a must during this important period. Information for parents with Chidlren 0 - 11 years.

Use this picture guide for Aboriginal families to look after kids’ teeth. It’s easy: brush teeth, give kids healthy food, and see a dentist regularly.

How can it happen? Even a gentle knock can make a tooth fall out

Tooth decay: The main cause of tooth decay is an acid attack on the surfaces of the teeth

Dental care should start early to ensure healthy teeth for life. Information for parents with Chidlren 0 - 11 years.

Concerned about your child’s teeth-grinding or thumb-sucking? Read this article for more information, plus what to do if your child injures her teeth.

For healthy teeth in babies and children, oral hygiene begins before teething. A healthy diet and regular visits to a kids dentist are important.