A Lifetime of Smiles Starts with a Good Foundation
Healthy smiles are crucial for your child’s development, from their early years to their teenage years and into adulthood. However, balancing work, school, and everything else can make it difficult to keep track of their dental needs. It might sometimes feel like there’s never enough time in the day.
We want to make your trips to the dentist as smooth and effortless as possible. Our team is happy to accommodate your busy family with flexible hours and by offering appointments that can be scheduled together for your convenience.
As your child grows, they will reach many dental care milestones. These include their first dental visit, losing their baby teeth, getting adult teeth, and eventually visiting the Dentist in North York, ON alone for regular checkups. We look forward to being part of each of these exciting steps.
Our Children’s Dentistry services
Child’s First Appointment
When children visit a dental office for the first time, it lays the foundation for oral health that will last a lifetime.
Orthodontics for Teens
A milestone for many young adults, orthodontics builds confidence and brings out the best of their smiles.
Pediatric Treatment & Education
Ongoing care from infancy to teenage years tailored for children and their parents or guardians.
Teeth Cleaning for Kids
Routine pediatric dental care monitors their oral health developments and helps prevent future problems.
Contact us today
to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your child will start getting their first teeth at around 6 months of age. It is recommended that children visit the dentist by the age of 1 or within 6 months after their first tooth erupts. If you notice any discomfort or pain, please schedule an appointment right away. It’s never too late for your child to have their first dental visit.
Baby teeth are just as important as adult teeth. Parents should understand that baby teeth are vital for more than just holding space for permanent teeth. They also influence how your child’s face develops, how they smile, and how often they smile. When children develop confidence and smile freely from an early age, these habits often continue into adulthood. Dental pain, even if mild, can have a lasting impact on your child’s eating habits, affecting how they chew, the kinds of foods they prefer, and how much they eat.
The length of your child’s first dental appointment will depend on their needs and how cooperative they are during the exam. However, most appointments last about one hour.
Your toddler, child, or teen should visit the dentist just as frequently as you do. We recommend a checkup and cleaning every 6 months, unless otherwise advised. If your child experiences any tooth or jaw discomfort, such as rubbing their jaw often, avoiding certain foods, or complaining about pain, it’s important to schedule an appointment sooner.
A cavity is a hole in the tooth that grows larger over time. A cavity may or may not cause pain or sensitivity. It’s essential to repair cavities before they worsen or lead to infections, even in baby teeth. Cavities are caused by bacteria and plaque, and they can be aggravated by sugary or acidic foods and drinks. Some children are more prone to cavities than others.
Your mouth is a complex system that includes not only your teeth but also your tongue, gums, cheeks, glands, ligaments, joints, and bones. When one part of your oral health suffers, the whole system can be affected. Swollen, itchy, sore, or bleeding gums are often early signs of a more serious problem that may need attention.
We understand how busy family life can be! We can schedule multiple appointments for your entire family at the same time to make things easier for you. Simply give us a call, and we will be happy to arrange everything.
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