Did you know that dental caries (tooth decay) is the most common chronic disease in children? It is about five times more common than asthma1. In New South Wales, 40% of children aged 5-6 years have evidence of dental decay, and yet the disease is mostly preventable2. Whilst waiting until your child has a full […]
Many people believe sport is a quintessential part of the Australian lifestyle. It is also strongly recommended by health professionals that both adults and children participate in a regular sport/physical activity due to the fantastic benefits to both physical and mental wellbeing. However, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) warns that each year, thousands of adults […]
ECC Dental Treatment in East Gosford, Central Coast, NSW. This blog provides detailed information about early childhood caries, which we hope you find helpful. Regular dental check-ups and cleans are important to help keep your child’s teeth healthy. At VC Dental, we are experienced in dentistry for young children and we provide a range of […]
Parafunction means abnormal function. Parafunction includes activities such as thumb sucking, finger sucking, tongue thrusting or object sucking (e.g. a dummy). It is described as unusual habits or activities relating to the oral cavity (mouth) that have the potential to dramatically affect the direction of growth and development that can permanently affect one’s lifelong appearance […]
“How do I stop my child from sucking their thumb/fingers?” is a common question we hear from our patients. Stopping your child from thumb sucking can be very hard to do and we would love to say there was a definitive answer. Most children will not know they are doing it, or will do it […]
Fissure sealants are a preventative coating placed in the natural deep fissures and grooves on the biting surfaces of permanent adult teeth that are at higher risk for tooth decay. The bacteria in plaque collect in these deep grooves and fissures which cannot be reached by your toothbrush. A safe and protective covering is placed […]
The issue of dental trauma embraces many diverse and varied situations, however the case that I’m about to discuss is quite personal and involved ongoing dental considerations over decades of my life. Approximately 22 years ago, my eldest son (about 8 years old at the time) came running into the house after a session learning […]
Every parent is aware that chocolates, lollies, and fizzy drinks are bad for their children’s teeth. This is because the sugar in these foods and drinks are harmful and cause dental decay; a disease that many Aussie kids suffer from. This is a disease that is almost entirely preventable. What is Tooth Decay? Tooth decay […]
Dry mouth, also known as Xerostomia, is a condition that usually results from a decreased production of saliva. Dry mouth affects about 10%…
