Pediatric Children’s Dentistry
At the Advance Dental Group, we welcome children of all ages to our practice. Children face a unique set of issues regarding their oral health while they go through growth and development. Their jaw structures are growing, adult teeth are developing, and they may be losing primary teeth and going through what dentists call “transitional dentition.” Their diets tend to be higher in sugar, while good dietary choices are not always a priority, and oral hygiene skills and habits are just developing.
Education and communication about oral hygiene and diet are very important in these formative years. The Canadian Dental Association recommends that a dentist see children for their first visit by the age of one (C.D.A.). Early dental care ensures that good habits, like regular brushing and flossing baby teeth, are established. Additionally, early identification of oral disease or developmental issues can help to rectify problems while they are still fixable or reversible. Parents are educated on how to care for their child’s teeth, and we can show children and parents the proper hygiene techniques as their child matures.
Intervention at an appropriate time can be crucial to setting your child or teen up for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. As part of your child’s natural development, the upper and lower jaws grow rapidly. Orthodontic intervention at the right time can alter predisposed growth patterns that could harm their long-term oral health. Early bite correction and orthodontic work ensure healthy jaw structure and prevent bite misalignment, which could lead to tooth wear, TMJ issues or pain over time. Preventative dental services, like dental sealants, also stop problems before they can develop.
When a child visits the dentist for the first time, they can find it overwhelming or stressful. The Advance Dental Group has a caring staff and dentist who work hard to make that first dental experience as enjoyable as possible. Whatever your question, the Advance Dental Group Team is here to help answer, educate and support parents, children and teens with information and instruction to ensure a beautiful smile for life.
