Here's how you and your children can have healthy teeth and keep trips to the dentist to a minimum:

• Take care of your teeth

• Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Read more about how to keep your teeth clean.
• A healthy lifestyle, including eating well, not smoking and limiting your alcohol intake, is good for your whole body, including your teeth, gums and mouth. Read more about why a healthy lifestyle is good for your teeth.
• Help your child have healthy teeth for life by establishing a good dental health routine. Read more about how to look after your children's teeth.
• It's important to have regular check-ups with your dentist.  Don't put off going for a check-up. Detecting problems early can mean they're easier to treat. If problems are not treated, they may lead to damage that is harder, or even impossible, to repair.