The Difference Pediatric Dentistry Makes
Our goal is to start children on the right path with kid-friendly dental care that builds a positive relationship between the dental team and your little one. We want kids to feel engaged and empowered to take charge of their oral health. Happy, healthy habits formed early create a foundation for a lifetime of dental care they actually look forward to.
Pediatric dental care supports your child from their very first appointment, through routine cleanings, and at every milestone — from discovering new teeth to losing baby teeth, growing adult teeth, or even getting a filling (which isn’t so scary after all!). We’re here to guide them through it all, including orthodontics as they grow.
Why Is Children’s Dental Care So Important?
Some wonder why children’s dental care matters since baby teeth fall out eventually. Most children have their primary teeth by age 3 and start losing them around age 6. Except for wisdom teeth, most adult teeth arrive by early teens. The health of these baby teeth impacts facial development, smile aesthetics, and long-term oral health.
Poor Dental Health Hurts
Like adults, children can experience tooth decay, sensitivity, infection, and gum disease. Kids may normalize mild pain or discomfort but still feel it deeply. If your child avoids hot, cold, or chewy foods or chews only on one side, they might be coping with dental pain or sensitivity.
Baby Teeth Set the Stage for Adult Teeth
As baby teeth loosen and fall out, their roots are reabsorbed, creating space that guides adult teeth into place. Premature loss of baby teeth can cause crowding or crooked adult teeth. Maintaining healthy baby teeth and gums gives adult teeth their best chance at proper growth.
The Cornerstone of Confidence
A healthy smile supports speech development and social skills. Dental pain or complications can impact how children express themselves and how they feel among peers.
Good Eating Habits for Growing Bodies
A varied diet is important for growing children but can be difficult for picky eaters. Dental discomfort may cause children to avoid crunchy or chewy foods, leading to poor eating habits or limited food intake.
Your Child’s First Appointment
Our priority is your child’s health, comfort, and satisfaction. We understand the challenges young patients face and tailor care accordingly. We monitor children’s oral health markers and milestones, communicating in a kid-friendly way to make every visit positive.
Show and Tell
Children have varied personalities—some curious, some shy or anxious. We engage each child with gentle conversation, listening to their concerns and explaining procedures clearly.
Gentle Examination
We carefully examine your child’s gums, tongue, teeth, and overall oral health, tracking the progress of primary and adult teeth. We identify any concerns and discuss them with you.
Keeping You in the Loop
After the exam, we provide advice for both your child and you. We offer tips for home care and alert you to areas needing attention. Together, we create a supportive dental team.
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
Pediatric dentists specialize in dental care for children from infancy through their teen years, addressing the unique changes children’s mouths undergo.
Your child’s first teeth usually appear around 6 months. We recommend a dental visit by age 1 or within six months of their first tooth. If you notice discomfort, book sooner. It’s never too late.
Pediatric dentists care for patients from about 6 months to 18 years old—until they reach adulthood.
Children should see the dentist about every six months, like adults, unless your Toronto Dentist recommends otherwise. Some may require visits every three or eight months based on individual needs.
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