The Path To A Lifetime Filled With Smiles Commences With A Solid Foundation.
Help your children build a strong base for maintaining excellent oral hygiene, guiding them as they grow and develop their beautiful smiles. We understand the unique challenges and rewards of family dental care, particularly for young ones. A healthy smile is an essential part of childhood, so let’s ensure they start off right with personalized advice tailored to their individual needs.
Getting Your Child Ready
It’s a great idea to talk to your child about their upcoming visit to the dentist. The main aim of the first appointment is to create a comfortable, enjoyable experience while building a positive relationship with the dentist. Sometimes, fear of the unknown can cause a bit of anxiety, but here’s what your child can expect during their initial visit.
Speak and Listen
We’ll have a friendly chat with both you and your child, explaining the procedures we’ll be doing and why they’re important. We’ll introduce some of the tools we use in a way that’s easy for kids to understand, making sure they feel at ease and confident. We promise we’re not as scary as it might seem!
Gently Examine
We’ll gently check your child’s gums, tongue, teeth, and overall oral health. Our examination helps us identify any areas that might need extra attention or care at home. We’ll provide personalized advice and ensure we pay extra attention to those areas in future visits.
Education
We may ask your child to show us how they brush their teeth, offering helpful tips to improve their dental routine at home. We’re here to answer any questions you or your child may have about keeping their teeth healthy.
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
Children begin to get their first teeth around 6 months of age. It’s recommended to schedule their first dental visit by age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth appearing. If you notice any concerns or signs of discomfort, it’s important to book an appointment right away. It’s never too early for your child to have their first dental check-up.
Baby teeth are just as important as adult teeth. They do more than just make room for permanent teeth; these early teeth play a role in shaping your child’s facial features, their ability to smile, and the frequency of their smiles. Encouraging children to smile with confidence during their early years helps build positive habits. Dental pain, even mild, can affect how children chew, their food preferences, and their overall eating habits, making it important to care for those early teeth.
The first visit usually lasts around 1 hour.
After the first appointment, your child should follow a dental schedule similar to your own. Typically, we recommend a check-up and cleaning every 6 months, unless we suggest a different frequency based on specific needs. If you notice any signs of discomfort, like jaw tenderness, difficulty chewing, or avoiding certain foods, it’s best to schedule an appointment promptly to address any issues.
Oral health goes beyond just your teeth; it includes your gums, tongue, cheeks, glands, ligaments, joints, and bone. If any part of your oral health deteriorates, it can affect the overall well-being of your mouth. Swollen, sore, or bleeding gums can indicate early signs of more serious issues, so it’s important to monitor and maintain gum health.
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