Family and child dental care in Cheltenham

Pacific Smiles Dental in Cheltenham is dedicated to nurturing healthy smiles for your little ones – both today and throughout their lifetime. We’re passionate about helping families understand the importance of early dental education and establishing strong foundations for excellent oral hygiene.

What we aim for is quite straightforward; we want to create a comfortable, welcoming environment where dental appointments happen stress-free for youngsters of every age (and the parents). By introducing children to positive dental experiences from the start.

Why Choose Pacific Smiles for your children’s dentist in Cheltenham

Consistent dental examinations are vital for young patients and grown-ups too. As your trusted Cheltenham family dentist, we recommend regular check-ups from age three to maintain optimal oral health and prevent costly dental problems down the track.

Schedule your visit by calling Pacific Smiles at Southland on 03 8545 4100 or through our online booking system today.

Convenient Location: Dentist Cheltenham at Westfield Southland

You’ll discover the Pacific Smiles team of Cheltenham dentist’s conveniently positioned on Level 2 of Westfield Southland, right next to MyHealth Medical Centre and directly opposite the Concierge Desk. Easy parking: Enter via the Tennyson Street carpark and park in P2 Green (Level 2) — the closest parking to the centre.

Six essential oral tips for Cheltenham children and families

1. Daily morning and evening brushing – Helping your youngster brush their teeth morning and night for a full two minutes minimises the build-up of plaque, which leads to cavities, while promoting strong gums and teeth. Children typically require parental guidance for proper brushing technique until around eight years old.
2. Regular dental appointments – Preventative care saves money Starting from three years of age, youngsters benefit from six-monthly dental examinations for comprehensive oral health monitoring. Taking a preventative approach with your Cheltenham kid’s dentist often results in significant cost savings down the track.
3. Smart beverage choices Youngsters thrive when they consume lots of plain old tap water while reducing high-sugar beverages including fruit juices, cordials and fizzy drinks.
4. More good, less bad Minimising sugary snacks and rinsing with water after eating helps wash away food debris and significantly reduces the chance of cavity.
5. Make a boss floss move Youngsters benefit from daily flossing to eliminate food debris and plaque from spaces between teeth that your trusty toothbrush simply cannot reach effectively. Pacific Smiles Dental in Cheltenham strongly advocates teaching proper flossing techniques to children from an early age.
6. No mouthguard, no play – custom sports mouthguards Cheltenham Many local sporting clubs now enforce a strict no mouth guard, no participation rule. Pacific Smiles Cheltenham recommends that all aspiring young athletes wear professionally fitted, custom-designed mouth guards during both competitive matches and practice sessions.

Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) Cheltenham – Bulk Billing Available

Access Up to $1095 in Free Dental Care for Eligible Children

Qualifying children may access up to $1095 worth of complimentary dental services* via the Australian Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) at our Cheltenham dental clinic.

What’s Covered Under CDBS?

This schedule encompasses various treatments including:

• Check-ups and examinations
• X-rays and radiographs
• Professional cleaning
• Fissure sealing
• Fillings and restorations
• Root canal therapy
• Tooth extractions

CDBS Eligibility Requirements

Children qualify when they:

• Have Medicare eligibility
• Fall within the 0-17 year age bracket
• Family receiving applicable Australian government assistance, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A, at some point throughout the calendar year

The CDBS remains means-tested, meaning families must have children under eighteen years who hold Medicare eligibility.

Check eligibility: Confirm a child’s qualification status via Health Professional Online Services or contact Services Australia at 132 150 (standard call rates apply).

Access additional details and complete terms & conditions: · Services Australia CDBS Information · Pacific Smiles CDBS Details

Emergency dentist Cheltenham – Same-day appointments available

Your local Pacific Smiles Dentist in Cheltenham delivers comprehensive family dental solutions, including urgent dental appointments for those unexpected moments – the bumps, tumbles and mishaps that naturally occur during childhood adventures.

Extended Opening Hours – Dentist Open 7 Days Cheltenham

Open seven days a week with extended hours:

• Thursday until 8pm
• Saturday and Sunday until 5pm

Situated within Southland shopping centre off Nepean Highway, we proudly serve families from:

• Cheltenham
• Beaumaris
• Black Rock
• Heatherton
• Highett
• Mentone
• Moorabbin
• Sandringham and surrounding surrounds

Book your child’s next dental appointment at Cheltenham online today.

*Services are complimentary when Commonwealth Government Child Dental Benefits Schedule covered treatments are bulk billed by participating practitioners for eligible patients.