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Growing Up Smiling: Children’s Dentistry in Port Melbourne

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Growing up smiling without being riddled with painful or embarrassing dental problems at a young age can make all the difference for your child. This is why nurturing smiles from the very start is essential. While children’s dental care is about preventing dental problems from wreaking havoc on your child’s smile, that’s not all there is. It’s also about instilling confidence in your child and laying the foundation for a lifetime of good oral care habits and happy smiles. At Port Melbourne Dental, we understand the importance of making dental visits enjoyable and exciting for children. We want our little … Continue reading

What You Need to Know About Tooth Decay in Children

Baby teeth may be far brighter and whiter than their permanent replacements but did you know that they’re more susceptible to tooth decay? This is because the outermost protective layer of baby teeth (known as the enamel) is not as strong or resilient as the enamel surrounding your adult teeth. When one of your primary teeth develops a cavity, the infection can spread quite fast. The decay will spread deep in to the tooth, reaching the nerve. This will give way to a very painful abscess that can potentially spread to the adjoining primary teeth, or even the permanent teeth … Continue reading