Family Dentistry
One dental team for the whole family, from first teeth to later life. Our family dentists look after kids, teens, parents and grandparents at every Avenue Dental practice. As your family grows, your dental care changes with you, and you can book everyone in back to back.
From first teeth to later life
Book the family together
For eligible children
Dental care at every age
Your teeth need different care at different stages of life. Choose an age to see what our dentists look out for, and how you can help at home.
Children
Healthy habits start early. Bring your child in for their first visit by age one, or within six months of their first tooth.
- Brush for your child with a soft toothbrush until about age 7 or 8, then keep an eye on their brushing
- Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and clean between teeth once a day
- Limit sugary food and acidic drinks like soft drink and juice
Teenagers
The teenage years bring new habits and new risks for teeth and gums.
- Sports drinks and soft drinks contain sugar and acid that can lead to decay
- Mouth piercings can chip or crack teeth and damage gums
- Braces and aligners make cleaning harder, so brushing well matters
- Stress can lead to grinding, and a mouthguard protects teeth during contact sport
- Wisdom teeth usually come through between about 18 and 21, and often don’t have enough room
- During pregnancy, gums can become more inflamed and bleed more easily
- Morning sickness and cravings can raise the risk of decay, so keep up your check-ups
Adults
Looking after what you have becomes the focus.
- The risk of gum disease grows with age
- Decay can form around older fillings, and some medications reduce saliva
- Older fillings and crowns may need replacing over time
- Missing teeth can let nearby teeth drift, so replacing them can help
Older adults
Regular check-ups help keep your mouth comfortable and healthy.
- Dentures can make cleaning harder around remaining teeth, so regular check-ups matter
- Dry mouth from some medications can raise the risk of decay
- Old silver fillings can crack teeth over time, and we use tooth-coloured fillings that blend with your natural teeth
- Implant options may help if you’d like an alternative to dentures
Booking for the whole family
Fitting everyone’s check-ups into a busy week is easier when you can book together.
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Back-to-back appointments
Book the family in one after another, so you only make one trip. Call our reception team and they’ll find times that work for everyone.
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Your child’s first visit
We recommend a first visit by age one, or within six months of the first tooth. It’s a gentle, relaxed visit to help your child feel at home.
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Child Dental Benefits Schedule
All our practices accept the CDBS, and we bulk bill eligible children. Eligibility is set by Medicare. About the CDBS
Services for the whole family
Along with regular check-ups and cleans, here are some of the services families ask us about most.
Children’s dentistry
Gentle check-ups, cleans, fissure sealants and fillings for kids.
Learn more →
Child Dental Benefits Schedule
Bulk billed dental care for eligible children, through Medicare.
Learn more →
Mouthguards
Custom-fitted mouthguards to help protect teeth during sport.
Learn more →
Dentures
Full and partial dentures, with implant options if you’d like them.
Learn more →
Family dentists near you
Our family dentists look after patients of every age at every Avenue Dental practice across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.
Sunshine Coast
Family dentists at Caloundra, Maroochydore, Bli Bli, Kawana, Baringa, Sippy Downs, Tewantin and Beerwah.Avenue Dental Sunshine Coast →
Brisbane
Family dentists at North Lakes, Murrumba Downs and Woolloongabba.Avenue Dental Brisbane →
Melbourne
Family dentists at Brunswick.Avenue Dental Melbourne →
Adelaide
Family dentists at Fulham Gardens.Avenue Dental Adelaide →
Our General Dentistry Services Include
Flexible payment plans
At Avenue Dental on the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Adelaide and Melbourne, we understand that dental treatment can be difficult to fit into your budget, which is why we offer a range of different dental payment plan options.
Family dentistry FAQs
This is general information only. Your dentist can answer your questions at your appointment.
What is a family dentist?
A family dentist looks after patients of all ages, from a child’s first teeth through to older adults. It means the whole family can see the same dental team, at the same practice, with care that changes as each person’s needs change.
When should my child first see a dentist?
We recommend your child’s first dental visit by age one, or within six months of their first tooth coming through. It’s a gentle, relaxed visit that helps your child get used to the dentist. Learn about children’s dentistry.
Can we book family appointments together?
Yes. Families can book back-to-back appointments, so everyone is seen in one trip. The easiest way is to call our reception team, who’ll find times that work for the whole family.
Do you accept the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
Yes, all our practices accept the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), and we bulk bill eligible children. Eligibility is determined by Medicare. Learn about the CDBS.
How often should my family have a check-up?
Most people should see the dentist for a check-up every six months. If you have good oral health, your dentist may recommend every 12 months instead. Your dentist lets each family member know what suits them.
Should my teenager wear a mouthguard for sport?
A mouthguard helps protect teeth during contact sports and activities where the mouth could be hit. A custom-fitted mouthguard is made to fit your teen’s teeth. Learn about mouthguards.
Can I see the dentist while I’m pregnant?
Yes. Check-ups are important during pregnancy, as hormone changes can make gums more inflamed and likely to bleed. Let us know you’re pregnant when you book, so your dentist can plan your care.
When do wisdom teeth come through?
Wisdom teeth usually come through between about 18 and 21. They often don’t have enough room, which can cause pain, swelling or infection. Your dentist checks them at your regular appointments. Learn about wisdom teeth.
Do you see older adults with dentures?
Yes. Our dentists look after patients with dentures, including checking the fit and the health of your gums and any remaining teeth. If you’d like an alternative, your dentist can also talk you through implant options. Learn about dentures.
