We are often asked about the best age to start bringing children. We like to see children from a young age in the practice. We do not need to examine their mouth until they are about 2 1/2 yrs old unless they have a problem at an earlier date. It is good for them to visit before then to allow them to get used to the sights and smells of the practice and of course the team of people that work there.

With children we want to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. It is a truth that children suffer less from gum disease and are more at risk to decay than adults. Gum problems are usually limited to a gingivitis of the edge of the gum due to poor, oral hygiene. Decay in children is usually more aggressive and progresses rapidly.