Childsmile from birth
Childsmile is aimed at children from birth. We make sure that you get the help you need at home as well as at the dentist.
First your health visitor or public health nurse will introduce you to Childsmile and give you oral health advice and provide you with a free dental pack containing a toothbrush, 1000ppm fluoride toothpaste and an information leaflet. They can also direct you to a dental practice in your area.
They may also introduce you to a Childsmile Dental Health Support Worker who may visit you at home and give you help and guidance on looking after your child’s teeth and help you find a Childsmile dentist. If you are worried about going to the dentist, your dental health support worker can accompany you to your appointment.
At the dental practice, you will be given advice and support from the dental team, who will show you how you can stop your child from suffering from tooth decay in the future.
The dental team will give you information on:
- How teeth grow and develop
- Teething
- Food and drinks
- Toothbrushing
From the age of two, the dental practice team can provide additional preventive care, such as fluoride varnish and fissure sealants.
Who you might meet
There is a team ready to help you and your child. They’ll become familiar faces as your child grows up. You’ve already met your health visitor or public health nurse.
The dental team which might include a:
- dental health support worker
- dentist
- dental therapist
- dental hygienist
- dental nurse