Tongue thrust is a common orofacial myofunctional disorder in children that can affect dental development and speech if left untreated. At Brisbane Paediatric Dentist, our specialists regularly assess and treat children with tongue thrust patterns to ensure proper stomatognathic system development. This guide explains the biomechanics of tongue thrusting, signs of tongue thrust, and effective...
Many parents feel concerned when they notice their baby grinding teeth during sleep or while awake. Infants worldwide often experience this temporary habit—known as bruxism—during their first year of life. Grinding the teeth may be unsettling to hear, but our specialist paediatric dentistry team at Brisbane Paediatric Dentist can help you understand this common behaviour...
Your baby’s first tooth is a significant milestone worth celebrating, but it often comes with challenges. Brisbane Paediatric Dentist understands the questions parents have about teething. This guide provides expert advice on timelines, symptoms, and effective relief methods to help you navigate your baby’s teething journey with confidence. Key Takeaways Teething typically spans from 6...
Your child’s permanent teeth are coming in yellow because permanent teeth have more dentin than baby teeth. If the yellowness of their teeth doesn’t fade to white after 6 months, it could be because of an enamel defect, dietary factors, fluorosis, or genetics. It’s best to consult a paediatric dentist to diagnose the cause of...
Thumb sucking teeth is a condition caused in children who suck their thumbs. It often leads to misaligned teeth, skew jaw growth, an overbite, speech issues, and a change in the shape of the palate. Thumb sucking teeth can be prevented by parents through various methods like seeing a dentist, covering the thumb, or using...
The difference between plaque and calculus is that plaque can be removed through regular brushing and oral hygiene, whereas calculus requires professional dental cleaning. Plaque is a gradual build-up of bacteria in the form of a soft film. Calculus is hardened plaque built up after a lack of at-home dental hygiene. Both can be prevented...
Hypomineralised molars, often called “chalky teeth” or “Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation”, are teeth with weak and soft enamel because they don’t develop properly during the enamel-forming process. This process begins around the third to fifth month of pregnancy, and any disruptions during this time can lead to enamel that’s less mineralised, more porous, and softer than normal....
A paediatric overbite is when a child’s upper front teeth overlap the lower teeth by a larger margin than usual. In a normal bite, this overlap is about 2 to 4 millimetres. When the upper teeth overlap by more than 4 millimetres, it’s considered to be an excessive overbite, and you should consider dental intervention...
Root canal treatment sedation is the practice of offering patients the option of unconscious or conscious sedation to help reduce stress and anxiety during a root canal procedure. Dental twilight sedation is an excellent option when undergoing dental work, especially for young children. Around one in four Australian children experience decay in their adult teeth,...
Yes, children with special needs will benefit greatly from sleep dentistry, no matter if their condition is physical or psychological. Not only do children with special needs require more care and attention, but they are also susceptible to dental anxiety like you and I. While taking your kids to the dentist isn’t easy, it’s still...
