Pediatric Dentistry in Edmonton:
Dental Care for Kids

Kids can get nervous about dentists. But with the parents’ support and our expertise, we can make their dental experience positive and rewarding to encourage them to take care of their dental health later in life.

Pediatric dentistry is the examination and management of dental health for children. We at Ellerslie 66 Dental promote dental care for children of all ages with consideration for their comfort. As pediatric dentists in Edmonton, we help promote oral health and confident smiles at any age.

As parents, your participation in helping care for your child’s teeth at home plays a crucial role. We strongly encourage parents to support their children in maintaining their dental health at an early age.

Home Preventive Care in Pediatric Dentistry

Young children aren’t the best at cleaning their own teeth. Often, parent(s) start their pediatric dental care by doing it for them and helping them as they get older.

Even before infant children have teeth, parents should start cleaning their tongue and gum using a soft gauze, which can continue after teeth appear. Parents can also begin using rubber toothbrushes and soft toothbrushes.

When children have good motor skills, they are ready to brush their teeth independently. Still, parents should check to make sure they clean well.

Regular Pediatric Dental Examination

Visiting a pediatric dentist within six months of the first tooth appearing is recommended by the Canadian Dental Association (CDA). Preventative dentistry care is necessary before problems occur or get more serious. A dental exam every six months is best if your child has had cavities before; otherwise, an appointment every 12 months should be done. Another important reason for regular dental visits for children is to teach them good oral habits and learn the importance of oral health care from childhood.

Digital X-Rays for Children

When a child can tolerate the digital sensors, x-rays will be taken to show decay between teeth (which normally can not be seen in the mouth) and whether teeth are coming in and/or coming in the expected way.

PFS (pit-and-fissure sealants)

Pits and fissures are natural, although they vary in size. If the pits are wide and big, but the fissures are narrow and small, food and bacteria can easily be trapped in them and cause decay. In these cases, we recommend cleaning sealants, which are non-toxic resin/plastic materials that seal the pits and grooves and prevent cavities.

Child Tooth Brushes

Pediatric dentistry recommends soft toothbrushes of the right size. Once the bristles are bent or worn down, they should be replaced.

Toothpaste for Kids

Once a child can spit things out, toothpaste with fluoride is recommended. Only use a small amount of toothpaste every time. For a child who can not spit yet, training toothpaste can be used.

Public Water for Dental Health

Public water in Edmonton is fluoridated, so let your children drink public water; it can prevent cavities. Alberta Environment and the Regional Health Authorities ensure the water is safe to drink by setting standards for water treatment facility operators.

Space Maintainers

When kids lose their milk teeth, spaces in the gums are left behind. Some kids may lose their milk teeth prematurely before their primary teeth are ready to grow out. This phenomenon can cause complications later in the form of uneven bite, pain, and more. Under children dentistry, our dental specialists use space maintainers to leave enough space for the adult teeth to grow out.

Sedation Dentistry for Children

There are cases in which we may recommend sedation for children undergoing long procedures or who have high anxiety about dental care. For sedation, we give a mild sedative to keep them calm but awake. It is different from anesthesia that would numb the teeth and gums that would need to be treated. The sedation medicine can last for up to six hours, and the child will need to rest for the remaining time of the day.

Meet Our Team of Pediatric Dentists

As pediatric dentists, we understand children’s anxieties when visiting our Edmonton dental clinic. Our team is trained to cater to the unique needs of children, from sensory sensitivities to those who may need more care and attention. Parents will not require a referral from their family physician to see us for their first dental visit with their children.

We ensure that their dental environment is quiet and private and that there is a comfortable chair for a parent if the child wants them for support. As our team is diverse and comes from all walks of life, our combined expertise and experience make for outstanding dental services for children and parents of different backgrounds.

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Pediatric Dentistry in Edmonton: Dental Care for Kids