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Oral Health Care for Schools, Preschools / Kindergartens & Childcare Centres

Good oral health is essential for every stage of a child's growth and development. Healthy teeth support eating, speaking, learning, confidence and overall wellbeing.

Unfortunately, dental disease remains one of Australia's most common chronic childhood health conditions, despite being largely preventable.

  • Many dental problems develop without causing pain in the early stages. Regular oral health assessments allow problems to be detected before they become more serious, reducing the need for complex treatment later.

    Routine examinations help identify:

    • Early tooth decay

    • Gum inflammation

    • Developmental concerns

    • Dental trauma

    • Orthodontic issues

    • Oral hygiene challenges

    • Dietary risk factors

    Early intervention helps children maintain healthy smiles while reducing discomfort, school absences and disruption to learning.

  • As children grow, ongoing dental assessments remain equally important. Permanent teeth begin erupting from around six years of age, making the primary school years a critical time to monitor oral development, reinforce healthy habits and prevent decay before lifelong dental problems develop.

    Access Oral Care brings professional oral health care directly to your school, preschool / kindergarten or childcare centre, making dental care simple and convenient for families.

    Our services include:

    • Comprehensive oral health examinations (including x-rays if needed) and care planning

    • Professional dental cleans

    • Fluoride treatments where clinically appropriate

    • Dental treatment including: restorations (fillings/crowns) and dental extractions

    • Individual written oral health reports

    • Parent communication and referrals

    All services are delivered in a familiar environment where children feel comfortable, helping reduce anxiety while encouraging positive dental experiences.

  • Children who develop positive oral health habits early are more likely to enjoy better dental health throughout adolescence and adulthood.

    By working together with schools, preschools / kindergartens, childcare centres and families, Access Oral Care helps children build healthy habits, identify problems early and develop the confidence to maintain a healthy smile for life.

Healthy Smiles Starts Early

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DID YOU KNOW?

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW):

Regular oral health examinations help identify dental problems early and support timely treatment.
Tooth decay is one of the leading causes of preventable hospital admissions for Australian children.
More than 1 in 4 children aged 5–10 years have untreated dental decay.
Approximately 42% of Australian children aged 5–10 years have experienced tooth decay in their baby teeth.
Good oral health supports better nutrition, speech development, learning and self-confidence in children.

References:

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. (2025). Oral health and dental care in Australia. Australian Government. https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/dental-oral-health/oral-health-and-dental-care-in-australia

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. (2022). Australia's children: Dental health. Australian Government. https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/children-youth/australias-children/contents/health/dental-health

BENEFITS

For Children:

  • Improves oral health, comfort and quality of life

  • Reduced incidence of preventable dental issues / oral health conditions

  • Reduced need for emergency or hospital-based dental treatment

  • Improved confidence and reduced anxiety around dental care

  • Fun and engaging learning

  • Positive oral health habits

  • Reduced absenteeism

For Schools, Preschools, Kindergartens and Childcare Centres:

  • Supports preventive care, early identification and timely intervention

  • Health promotion activities

  • Family engagement opportunities

  • Educational value

  • Community partnerships

  • Reduced student absenteeism

  • No cost to the organisation

  • Additional service offered for the organisation

  • Very minimal impact on staff workload

Oral health education session with young children, helping them learn about healthy teeth and good oral hygiene habits.
Oral Health Therapist providing dental care to a child while other children observe in a familiar group setting.
Dental anatomy model used to explain oral health, teeth and surrounding structures.

Already attending a participating school, preschool / kindergarten or child care centre?

If your school, preschool / kindergarten or childcare has partnered with Access Oral Care, please complete your child's registration before our scheduled visit.

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Please note: Parent registration is only required once your school, preschool / kindergarten or child care centre has confirmed participation in an Access Oral Care visit.

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