Toddler dental care is a crucial and calming dentistry treatment in Singapore. It is important that your baby is acclimatised (link to acclimatisation portion on our website) to a warm and invigorating dental environment so they will find the dentist familiar and calming. Once the child is 2 years, bring them to the dentist, where parents are advised on how to care for the teeth. We also answer all your questions on teething and how to introduce the toothbrush slowly but surely to your infant. If your toddler is 2 years and above, add them to your family dentistry plan for consistent and up-to-date oral health management. Starting appropriate oral care early ensures your child develops good oral habits and will always enjoy going to the dentist!

Close care is necessary as children above 6 years of age will start losing their primary or milk teeth. Setting them up with good oral hygiene habits, such as daily brushing and flossing, will benefit them in the long run. It also acclimatises them to routine teeth cleaning at the dentist and reduces unnecessary association with fear and trauma. Paediatric dental care is essential in preventing cavities, tooth decay, or the onset of serious dental conditions. We may also introduce growth modulation or early orthodontics to help shape the jaw for more aesthetic features and help the permanent teeth erupt nicely into position.

While adults are the ones managing their family’s dental care, they also tend to be the ones missing out on routine check-ups. After age 35, you are more at risk of losing teeth to tooth decay, periodontal disease, breakdown of existing fillings, and temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). You will be screened and treated for dental conditions under family dentistry, including a screening and early detection program for oral cancer.

Beyond the age of 65, specialised care is necessary for new oral challenges, such as dry mouth, teeth attrition, root decay, and serious gum disease. The elderly also often lose their teeth, resulting in the need for dentures or implants. Older patients tend to neglect oral care due to physical inability to travel to clinics, anxiety, and declining health. With the support of their family, these challenges can be dealt with efficiently.