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08/10/2026

Who comes first — the orthodontist or the periodontist?

It depends on what your teeth need first.

🦷 Crooked teeth + active gum disease?
Get the gums healthy and stable first, before moving the teeth.

🦷 Missing tooth + not enough space for an implant?
Orthodontic treatment may come first to create the right space — because once an implant is placed, it doesn’t move like a natural tooth.

Sometimes, getting the best result isn’t just about what treatment you need, but the order you do it in.

That’s why having a multidisciplinary dental team under one roof can help — we can look at the bigger picture, assess what needs to come first, and guide you to the right specialist and treatment at the right time.

For general educational purposes only. Your treatment sequence will depend on your individual condition and assessment.

05/10/2026

Their first dental visit doesn’t have to start with a toothache. 🦷

Come early, when it can still be about getting comfortable, building good habits and preventing problems before they start.

Ideally: by age 1, or within 6 months of their first tooth.

Not sure when to bring your little one in? Speak to your paediatric dentist to find out what’s right for your child.

📌 Save this for your child’s first dental visit, or share it with a fellow parent.

*This content is for general education only and does not constitute medical advice.

27/09/2026

Next time Mummy says, “We’re going to the dentist!”, I will wish to go!

Maybe the dentist isn’t so scary after all. 🤍

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21/09/2026

Part 20:

Most parents wait much longer than dentists recommend.

Your child’s first dental visit should ideally happen by their first birthday—or within 6 months of their first tooth appearing.

And no, we’re not expecting a one-year-old to sit perfectly in a dental chair. 😂

The first visit is mostly about prevention: checking their developing teeth, talking about brushing, fluoride, feeding habits and helping your child become comfortable with the dentist.

The goal of the first dental visit isn’t to fix a problem. It’s to prevent one. ❤️

Save this for a new parent—or send it to someone who needs it.

Disclaimer: This reel is intended for general educational purposes only and does not replace professional advice.

17/09/2026

Not all kids’ toothpastes contain the same amount of fluoride—and some contain none at all. 🦷

For children 6 years and below, 1,000 ppm fluoride is generally recommended for everyday use, together with the correct age-appropriate amount of toothpaste:
- 0-3 years old: rice grain smear
- 3-6 years old: pea size

Does that mean a higher fluoride concentration is always beneficial for my child? Not necessarily.

Younger children are more likely to swallow toothpaste, and regularly swallowing excessive fluoride while the permanent teeth are developing may increase the risk of dental fluorosis.

However, some children may benefit from a higher-fluoride toothpaste if they have a higher risk of tooth decay—for example, a history of cavities, active decay or early white-spot lesions, frequent sugar exposure, or other individual risk factors.

In these cases, your dentist may recommend a different fluoride concentration based on your child’s needs.

It’s not about choosing the highest ppm—it’s about choosing the right ppm and using the right amount each time.

Not sure which one your child needs? Ask your dentist.

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Disclaimer: Educational content only. Individual recommendations may vary based on your child’s age and cavity risk.

13/09/2026

Your “healthy” drink might be more acidic than you think.

We ranked 10 popular drinks by pH, from least acidic to most acidic—and some of the results may surprise you.

When the pH in your mouth drops below around 5.5, tooth enamel can start to demineralise. Frequent exposure to acidic drinks can gradually soften and wear away the enamel, leading to tooth erosion, sensitivity, thinning enamel and changes in the shape or appearance of your teeth.

And it’s not just soft drinks. Lemon water, sports drinks, kombucha and even some sparkling waters can be acidic too.

If you enjoy them, you don’t necessarily have to stop.

Instead:
- Have acidic drinks with meals rather than sipping throughout the day
- ⁠Use a straw where appropriate and avoid swishing the drink around your mouth
- ⁠Rinse with plain water afterwards
- ⁠Wait around 30–60 minutes before brushing after an acidic drink
- ⁠Brush twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste

One important note: pH isn’t the whole story. How erosive a drink is also depends on factors like its titratable acidity, mineral content, how often you drink it and how long your teeth are exposed.

The biggest problem often isn’t having one acidic drink—it’s sipping on it for hours.

Which drink surprised you the most?

Disclaimer: Educational content only. Actual pH and erosive potential vary between brands and formulations.

05/09/2026

⚠️ That little white spot may be an early warning sign.

Chalky white patches—especially near the gumline—can sometimes be an early sign that the enamel is losing minerals.

The good news? If caught early, we may be able to stop or even reverse the process before it becomes a cavity.

Fluoride treatment, good brushing habits and reducing how often your child snacks on sugary foods can make a big difference.

White doesn’t always mean healthy. Save this so you know what to look for.

01/09/2026

Should we wait until all the adult teeth come out before starting orthodontic treatment?

Not always.

A crossbite happens when an upper tooth bites behind the lower tooth instead of sitting slightly in front of it.

Sometimes it’s simply because a tooth has erupted in the wrong position. But if the bite causes a child to shift their jaw when closing, leaving it uncorrected may contribute to uneven tooth wear or influence how the jaws develop.

The good news? Some crossbites can be relatively straightforward to correct when identified early.

Depending on the problem and the child’s stage of development, we may use partial braces on just a few teeth or, in suitable cases, clear aligners designed for children.

The goal isn’t to give a young child a full set of braces.

It’s to make a small, targeted correction at the right time, so the teeth can bite more normally as the child continues to grow.

That’s an important part of early orthodontics:

We don’t treat everything early.
But we also don’t wait on everything.

An orthodontic assessment around age 7 can help identify which problems are better monitored—and which may benefit from earlier intervention.

📌 Save this if your child’s bite looks a little “off,” and speak to your dentist or orthodontist if you’re unsure whether it needs attention.

This content is for general education only. The need and timing for orthodontic treatment depend on the individual child’s teeth, bite and stage of development.

27/08/2026

Part 17:

Not every dark spot on your child’s tooth is a cavity.

Black stains, enamel defects and tooth decay can sometimes look surprisingly similar—but they don’t necessarily need the same treatment.

The tricky part? It’s not always easy to tell just by looking at a photo.

If you notice a new spot, stain or change on your child’s teeth, get it checked rather than waiting for it to become painful.

Save this for your child’s next dental check-up.

19/08/2026

Why does my toddler hate brushing their teeth?

In this reel, we talked about:
- Why brushing often becomes a daily battle
- Positioning techniques that may make brushing easier
- Simple strategies that encourage cooperation
- Why consistency usually works better than negotiation

Remember: A calm, consistent routine often works better than trying a different trick every night.

Save this reel for the next brushing battle.

Disclaimer: This reel is intended for general educational purposes only and does not replace professional advice. If you’re struggling with your child’s oral care routine, speak to your paediatric dentist for personalised advice.

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