Dentistry for Children Services
Teeth Cleaning
It’s essential that your child visits every six months for dental cleanings as soon as their first tooth appears. Not only does this prevent tooth decay, but it will help your child feel comfortable visiting a dentist. During teeth cleaning, we will remove plaque and tartar deposits from the surfaces of your child’s teeth. We will also floss and polish your child’s teeth and protect them using a fluoride treatment. Our team is here to make your child’s smile shine!
Sedation
At Oxford Dental, we understand that some dental procedures are more stressful than others, and we want your child to feel as comfortable as possible. This is why we offer dental sedation to reduce your child’s anxiety and discomfort. This is not general anesthesia that causes your child to become unconscious. Dental sedation simply helps them to relax and may cause drowsiness during the sedation.
Dental Extraction
Dentistry For Children Edmonton
The Best Care for Children
Dentists are dedicated to the oral care of children from infancy into their teenage years. They have the qualifications and experience to care for a child’s teeth, gums, and mouth throughout every stage of their development.
Dentistry for children involves four years of dental school and two additional years of specialized training with infants, children, teens, and children with special needs.
At Oxford Dental, we don’t look at children as small adults. We don’t expect them to always be cooperative and patient during their visits, so we know how to examine and treat them in ways that make them comfortable.
Reasons to trust Dentistry for Children
As a parent, you want the best for your children. One of the best things you can do for a child’s smile is to bring them into our office for regular dental care.
Our dentists can perform a variety of services that will help put your mind at ease about your child’s oral health.
Here are just some of the reasons why it’s important to see us:
Prevent Future Dental Problems
Your dentist can perform a variety of procedures to help prevent future dental problems. One of the most common ways to do this is by adjusting teeth that are coming in crooked or out of alignment, which can lead to crowding or an overbite. The dentist may also move teeth forward or backward, so they don’t interfere with other permanent teeth that are coming in behind them.
Catch Issues in the Early Stages
Prevent Cavities and Fillings
A dentist can help you prevent cavities and the need for fillings. Cavities are caused by bacteria in your child’s mouth that eat away at tooth enamel, which is what protects teeth from decay. If left untreated, these holes become bigger and more damaging over time until they require treatment with fillings or crowns.
Address Bad Habits
From thumb sucking to having a bottle at night, our understanding team of dentists is here to support you in taming your child’s bad habits. Habits such as these, along with pacifier use, can have a negative impact on your child’s oral health if they are not addressed early on. We are here to help!
Why Choose Oxford Dental
If you’re looking for a family-friendly dentistry for kids, Oxford Dental has you covered! For over 20 years, Oxford Dental has provided high-standard-of-care dental work for all ages in North Edmonton and is dedicated to helping your child achieve a healthier smile. You can have complete confidence in the quality of our dentists and our dedication to offering the best level of care.
Child-friendly language. We are dedicated to accommodating children and speaking to them in a way to take away the fear of visiting a dentist.
Things You Need to Know About Dentistry for Children
Part of helping your children grow up happy, healthy, and strong is ensuring proper dental care and good oral hygiene. This involves regular visits to a dentist and healthy everyday habits. Here are some other things you should know about dentistry for children:
What Will My Child’s First Visit Look Like?
During the appointment, the dentist will do a quick exam of your child’s mouth and assess the overall development of teeth and oral tissues. This is typically done with your child sitting comfortably on your lap facing the dentist.
If there is a plaque on your child’s teeth, we may clean it away with a soft toothbrush. Depending on your child’s level of comfort during the first visit and their risk for tooth decay, we may also use a topical fluoride on your child’s teeth.
How Can I Help My Child Maintain Good Oral Hygiene?
Visiting a dentist is a good first step in helping your child maintain good oral hygiene. We are here to ensure your child’s mouth is healthy and to provide you with guidance on how to take care of your child’s teeth and gums at home.
Make teeth cleaning and flossing a habit right away, beginning with wiping your baby’s gums twice a day with a soft, clean cloth. As your child grows teeth, keep up with your regular dentist appointments and continue with routine oral care at home.
Does Diet and Nutrition Matter When it Comes to My Child’s Oral Health?
It sure does! Too many carbs, sugars, and starches can lead to tooth decay. You can avoid this issue by ensuring that your child is regularly brushing their teeth and offering them healthier food choices.
With regular dental care, your dentist can also help prevent oral problems related to diet and nutrition by catching signs early on and treating problems before they become serious.
Is Your Child Scared of Dentists?
