This 3 course is designed to give you the most up-to-date, cutting-edge knowledge and skills in examining and caring for children between the ages of 0–4 years old.  

Taught by

Carla Lejarraga – Dental Hygienist

Dr Helen Fung – Paediatric Dentist

Bridget Ingle – IBCLC and RN

Oral milestones and growth & development issues such as breathing, oral habits and tongue ties are part of this exciting curriculum.

Learning objectives include:

– Understand fetal craniofacial development, pregnancy and oral health and the impacts of these on the oral care protocol for the pregnant patient 

 – Understand the anatomical and physiological features of the newborn and infant oral cavity and cranium and its development 

 – Identify the specific developmental milestones and changes associated with the oral cavity from birth to 4 years 

 – Identify tongue and lip tie in babies and children and understand current research in treatment protocols for this age group and when to refer 

 – Learn to screen babies and children under 4 years for breathing and airway problems 

 – Identify normal development in relation to feeding and oral habits and how to relay to parents information and anticipatory guidance in relation to these topics 

 – Learn an easy 4 pronged examination protocol to physically exam babies mouths from 4 months old 

Limit of 25 participants

We are also offer LIVE STREAMING in these times of Covid-19 and the possibility of people being unable to travel to Queensland.

Don’t miss out, register here:https://thumbsuckingclinic.com.au/courses/smiley-little-faces-3-day-course-brisbane/