A lifetime of smiles starts with a strong foundation
Help your child build good oral hygiene habits from the very beginning and watch their smile flourish as they grow. We know that caring for families is both challenging and rewarding, and children need extra gentle care. A healthy smile is a big part of childhood happiness. Let us guide your child on the right path with personalized attention for their needs.
Partner with a caring Dental Office in Vancouver that understands the unique needs of children’s dental care. Contact us today to schedule your child’s first appointment and give them a healthy smile for life.
Getting ready for your child’s first appointment
It helps to talk to your child about their upcoming visit. The main goal of the first appointment is to help your child relax, have fun, and build a positive connection with the dentist. Sometimes, not knowing what to expect can cause worry. Here is what your child will experience during their first visit:
Talk and Listen
We will speak with you and your child, explaining what we will do and why. We introduce dental tools using kid friendly words so your child feels comfortable and safe. See? We are not scary at all!
Gentle Exam
We will carefully check your child’s gums, tongue, teeth, and overall oral health. This exam helps us spot any areas that need extra care at home. We will give you personalized advice and remember to focus on those areas during the next visit.
Education
We may ask your child to show us how they brush their teeth and then gently teach them how to improve their brushing technique at home. We are happy to answer any questions you or your child have about dental health.
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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
Most babies begin cutting their first teeth around six months old. Dental experts recommend a dental visit by age one or within six months of the first tooth appearing. If you notice any signs of discomfort or pain, please book an appointment right away. It is never too late for a child’s first dental visit.
Baby teeth are just as important as adult teeth. They do more than hold space for permanent teeth. Children’s teeth influence how their face looks, how they smile, and how often they smile. Children who grow up confident and smiling tend to keep those habits for life. Even mild dental pain, which children sometimes learn to ignore, can affect their eating habits and how much food they enjoy.
Appointment length depends on your child’s needs and how comfortable they feel. Typically, the first visit lasts about one hour.
After the first appointment, your child should visit as often as adults do. We recommend a checkup and cleaning every six months unless your dentist advises otherwise. If your child complains of tooth or jaw pain, frequently rubs their jaw, or avoids certain foods, please book an appointment sooner.
Your mouth is a whole system, not just your teeth. It includes gums, tongue, cheeks, glands, ligaments, joints, bone, and more. When one part of your oral health suffers, the whole mouth is affected. Swollen, itchy, sore, or bleeding gums may be early signs of a more serious problem.
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