Treatments - 11yrs to 18yrs

Ages 11-15

This is the stage when most of your children's adult teeth come through, they should be brushing and flossing themselves and taking care of what they eat. They may be considering or wearing braces. Here at Start-Smiling we appreciate that at this developmental stage, teenagers will need continued education as they are at high risk of decay and gum disease. Normally at this stage the patient will need to see one of our hygienists for a clean and polish as hormone changes can cause gum inflammation.

Ages 16-18

When teenagers are going through exams or stepping out to work, dentistry and oral health is last on their list of priorities. At this stage we will continue to educate on all aspects of oral health. We will talk to them about bad breath and its causes, we will tell them how to deal with bleeding gums and cold sores. We will also talk to them about the effect of smoking and alcohol on the mouth.

At Start-Smiling Kids we want your child to be filling-free for life. We will help you and your child ensure that they grow-up with healthy teeth and a beautiful smile.