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Teething and baby teeth
Teething starts between 4 and 10 months. Teething babies can be fussy and cranky. Learn how to ease your baby's teething pain and care for new teeth.
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Looking after your baby or child’s teeth
Learn about tooth development in babies and children, brushing teeth, flossing, tooth decay, other dental problems and when to see a dentist.
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Tooth arrival chart
Babies are usually born with 20 baby teeth. Use this chart to see when you can expect their teeth to come through.
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Teeth grinding (bruxism) in children
Find out about teeth grinding and clenching (called bruxism) in children, including signs of teeth grinding and available treatments.
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Newborn baby essentials
Find out some of the essentials for looking after your newborn. Find out when your baby will need to have health checkups and immunisations. There is also lots of information on nappies, giving your baby a bath and teeth development.
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Thumb sucking
Thumb sucking is a self-soothing habit in young children. Read about some strategies to help stop your child from sucking their thumb.
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Looking after your teeth during pregnancy
Hormonal changes during pregnancy increase your risk of having dental problems. Find out about caring for your teeth during pregnancy.
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Sleep problems in children
Common sleep disorders in children include sleepwalking, insomnia, night terrors and teeth grinding. Learn about managing these disorders.
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Dental care for babies and children
Find out how to look after your baby or child’s teeth, how they develop and when to see a dentist.
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Breastfeeding and biting
It's common for babies to bite during breastfeeding. Learn why your baby bites, how to manage biting, as well as when to seek help.
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