Are you delaying the dentist because of cost? Your children shouldn't be.

The Australian Dental Association says around 1.5 million kids are missing out on free dental care every year. Dentists are urging parents to check if they're eligible for the free dental cover and to brush up on their understanding of good oral hygiene. Meanwhile, Aboriginal health organisations say awareness around the issue is not the only barrier facing First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities.

Little girl getting her teeth cleaned at the dentist (Getty Images) Credit: Lisa Wiltse/Getty Images Credit: Lisa Wiltse/Getty Images

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