When Should My Child First See A Dentist?

We recommend scheduling an appointment with the kid’s dentist as soon as your child gets their first tooth. The Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry states that children should be seen by a dentist by the time their first tooth erupts, or by their first birthday, whichever comes first.

What Should I Expect from My Child’s First Dental Appointment?

The first visit is usually relatively short and straightforward. In most cases, the pediatric dentist will focus on getting to know your child and making sure that they feel comfortable in the dental chair. At HiFive Kids Dental, we will also examine your child’s teeth, gums, and jaw to ensure healthy development. The dentist will address topics such as tooth milestones, oral hygiene, injury prevention, fluoride use, and the role of diet. We will also answer any questions you may have about caring for your child’s teeth at home.

How Can I Prepare My Child for Their Appointment?

The best way to prepare your child is by maintaining a positive attitude about the visit. Children pick up on their parents’ worries and apprehensions, and if negative comments are made about the dentist, they may preemptively fear the experience. Let your child know about the importance of oral health and how the dentist will help them do that. The first visit is relatively quick and a fun one and children really do enjoy coming to see us at HiFive Kids Dental!

How Often Should My Child Visit the Dentist?

In general, we recommend a visit every six months.

How Should I Brush My Child’s Teeth?

If your child has a few teeth, you can start gently brushing with a smear size of fluoride toothpaste. Make sure only to use a small amount, and always have your child rinse and spit out the toothpaste after brushing. You should brush your child’s teeth for them until they have developed the skill and habit to do so themselves, which usually happens by age seven.

Why Should I Care About Baby Teeth if They are Not Permanent?

This is a very common misconception. While baby teeth are not permanent, they are precursor’s to your child’s permanent teeth. If your child loses a baby tooth prematurely due to damage or decay, nearby teeth can encroach the space and lead to crooked or misplaced permanent teeth. Not taking care of baby teeth can also lead to pain and infection and effect your child’s eating and sleeping. Good habits that are built while your child has baby teeth will last into the future and allow for healthy permanent teeth!

Are you looking for a friendly and comfortable kids’ dental office in Pickering or Ajax?

Visit HiFive Kids Dental today. We are a specialty dental office designed for children. Our team of pediatric dentists is well-trained to take care of all your child’s dental needs. Call us to book an appointment– we can’t wait to meet you and your little one!

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WHY US

Hifive Kids Dental is a specialty dental office designed in Pickering & Ajax especially for children. Our children’s dental specialists are well trained to treat all your child’s dental needs-whether it is just a cleaning and checkup, necessary dental treatment or braces. No Referral is necessary.

Specialty Training

While a general or family dentist has completed four years of dental school after their undergraduate studies, a pediatric dentist has completed the above as well as additional 2-3 years of specialty education in children’s dentistry. Pediatric dentists have rigorous training in all aspects of a child’s psychology and development, medical needs and behavior management that aid in maintaining good oral health

Kid centered environment

Our office is catered specifically to children. From much needed caffeine/beverages for our parents in the waiting room and fun games/bright colors and TV’s in all rooms for the kiddos, our aim is for the child ( and parent!) to truly enjoy their dental visit!

Special Needs Patients

We love our special needs patients! Kids with special needs bring great joy to our practice and we are well trained to the treat such children with significant, medical, physical or mental disabilities.

Individualized care for tots to teens

We believe in treating the infant, child or adolescent as a whole and not just mouth as a separate entity. We understand that every child is different with a unique set of needs and we strive to have an individualized treatment approach best suited for your child.

fighting tooth decay

We are warriors against tooth decay! Your child’s regular exams and cleanings will include information on prevention, nutritional and oral health counseling to help keep your kid free of the big, bad sugar bugs!

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PRACTICE PHILOSOPHY

Our practice motto is to treat the children in our dental practice just as we would our own.We believe children are not small adults and have their own special needs.

We specialize in all aspects of child development and behavior and use to these tools to create a very comfortable dental environment for your child. Your child is our specialty and we take pride in creating a lifelong positive relationship with dentistry for your little one.