Infant Oral Health: An Aussie Parent’s Guide to a Healthy First Smile
Infant oral health is the care and maintenance of a baby’s teeth and gums from the earliest stages of life. Many Australian parents wonder when to begin caring for the tiny teeth of their child. With 1 in 3 Australian children facing untreated tooth decay, early habits become essential. This guide explains what infant oral health is and why starting early protects the developing mouth and teeth of your child. You will also learn about simple techniques and feeding choices that support healthy teeth. Each section of this guide is designed to help you build confidence while creating routines that grow with your child every single day. At Children’s Dental Centre in North Brisbane, our paediatric dentists emphasise that caring for your child’s teeth, even in infancy, can reduce early cavities and support enamel repair. Why Infant Oral Health Matters for Australian Parents? Healthy baby teeth set the foundation for strong permanent teeth. This is why Australian Parents, includin...