A lifetime of smiles starts with a good foundation
Give your children a great start by helping them build good oral hygiene habits and monitoring their progress as they grow their beautiful smiles. We understand how both challenging and rewarding family dental care can be. Kids need extra special attention. Having a healthy smile is an important part of childhood, so let’s set them on the right path with guidance that is personalized for their unique needs.
Getting ready for your first appointment
You can talk to your child about the upcoming visit to the dentist. The main goal of the first appointment is to help your child relax, have some fun, and begin building a positive relationship with the dental team. Sometimes, not knowing what to expect can make children feel nervous. If you want expert care for your child’s dental health, a Burlington Dentist can provide gentle, personalized care that helps build a positive foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Here is what your child can expect during their first visit:
Talk and Listen
We will speak with both you and your child, explain what we will do and why, and introduce your child to the tools we use. We use kid friendly language and explain any terms so your child feels comfortable and assured. See? We are not so scary after all.
Gently Examine
We will carefully check your child’s gums, tongue, teeth, and overall oral health. Our exam helps find any areas of concern or spots that may need extra attention at home. We will provide you with personalized advice and keep track of these areas to watch during future visits.
Educate
We might ask your child to show us how they brush their teeth and then give gentle tips on how to improve their brushing routine at home. We are happy to answer any questions you or your child have about dental health.
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 usually start cutting their first teeth around six months of age. It is recommended that children visit the dentist by their first birthday or within six months of getting their first tooth. If you suspect anything is wrong or your child seems uncomfortable or in pain, please schedule an appointment as soon as possible. It is never too late for a child to have their first dental visit.
Baby teeth are just as important as adult teeth. They do much more than hold space for permanent teeth. Children’s primary teeth influence how their face develops, how they smile, and how often they smile. Children who grow up confident and smiling tend to keep those habits throughout life. Dental pain, even mild pain that children get used to, can have lasting effects on how they eat, how they chew, the types of food they choose, and how much they eat.
The appointment length depends on your child’s needs and how cooperative they feel during the exam. Typically, a first visit lasts about one hour.
After the first visit, your child should come to the dentist as often as you do. We recommend a check up and cleaning every six months unless otherwise advised. If your child complains of tooth or jaw pain, frequently rubs or nurses their jaw, or avoids hard or cold foods, please book an appointment sooner.
Your mouth is more than just your teeth. It is a whole system that includes teeth, tongue, gums, 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 can be an early sign of a more serious problem.
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