Children's Dental Health Centre

Tooth decay (cavities) is the most common chronic disease affecting children in North America. The early dental visit before age one establishes a “Dental Home.” This provides a foundation for a lifetime of preventative education and oral health care. Preventative care is key to your child’s healthy smile. Consistent check-ups will allow our team to diagnose tooth decay, infection, oral cancer, and gum disease before they spread and become a problem. Our strategy is built through educating your child on oral health care.

What is a Dental Home?
Establishing a “Dental Home” for your child is important for excellent oral health. Dental care should be comprehensive, continuously accessible, coordinated, compassionate, and culturally effective for children. The early dental visit to establish a dental home provides a foundation upon which a lifetime of preventative education and oral health care can be built.

When is it the best time to establish a Dental Home?
The first dental check-up is recommended when your child grows their first tooth or by their first birthday. The first check-up gives both the Pediatric Dentist and the parent an opportunity to work together and review their child’s oral health. Early detect and management of oral conditions will improve your child’s oral and overall health and well-being.

What happens during my child’s first dental check-up?
Our pediatric dental team will gently welcome your child with a happy visit to our facility. We will demonstrate age appropriate preventative strategies early to promote healthy oral habits and nutritional counselling for optimal oral and overall health care. Our pediatric dentist will ensure your child’s dental growth and development is appropriate for their age and provide a comprehensive dental examination to ensure teeth are cavity free! At the end of the appointment, we will provide an overall review of our preventative plan and follow-up care for your child to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles!

What happens after my child’s first dental check-up?
We continue to monitor your child’s oral health and dental growth and development by having them follow-up with us on a routine schedule. We ensure your children are following our preventative strategies to grow up healthy and have an amazing beautiful smile into adulthood.

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