Extra gentle care for their gums and teeth
Children should visit the dentist as regularly as adults. Routine teeth cleanings and exams are two of the most important steps to preserve oral health and encourage healthy growth. Cleaning removes plaque, tartar, and bacteria that cause decay, gum disease, and chronic bad breath. These can also affect how adult teeth come in. A kid friendly hygienist can reach spots that are hard for children to clean at home.
After a thorough cleaning, the hygienist and dentist will examine overall oral health, look for problem areas, and monitor baby teeth coming in or falling out as well as adult teeth settling in. We will advise you on what to watch for and provide tips tailored to your child’s needs.
- Keep baby and adult teeth healthy and strong
- Prevent gum disease and maintain oral health
- Monitor progress and milestones through changes
- Build a positive relationship with the dentist
- Empower children to care for their own teeth
- Establish good habits for life
Routine pediatric cleanings and exams help:
What happens during children’s teeth cleaning?
Before the check up, we review charts and history to spot problem areas or patterns. We may take X rays or discuss fluoride treatment or sealants for adult teeth. We speak in a kid friendly way to make children comfortable and ask about their feelings and questions.
For gentle, expert care tailored to your child, trust a caring Mississauga Dentist to keep their smile healthy and bright.
Gum health
Gums support teeth and frame smiles. Good gum health is vital when adult teeth arrive. Children are as vulnerable to gum disease as adults. We examine soft tissues carefully and provide age appropriate advice on flossing and gum care at home.
Plaque and tartar removal
Plaque is a sticky film that forms on teeth soon after they appear. Without cleaning, it hardens into tartar. Plaque and tartar cause decay and are hard to remove between teeth and at the gumline. A hygienist uses tools and skill to gently remove these deposits. After cleaning, we may recommend fluoride treatment to strengthen enamel.
Watching for milestones
The dentist reviews your child’s chart and X rays, focusing on problem areas or new developments. Children get their first teeth between six months and six years. Baby teeth are lost gradually as adult teeth come in, often up to the teens or later for wisdom teeth. The dentist tracks progress and addresses concerns.
Cost of routine pediatric cleaning and exam in Mississauga
Like adult cleanings, routine check ups for kids prevent problems and are often nearly fully covered by insurance. With typical insurance, out of pocket costs range from zero to fifty dollars or more. Coverage is usually every six months unless exceptions apply. Without insurance, costs may be from one hundred twenty to three hundred dollars or more, especially for first or long awaited visits.
- Current oral health status
- Need for new X rays
- Fluoride treatment or sealants for adult teeth
- Time needed to meet your child’s needs
- Equipment and supplies required
Factors affecting treatment cost:
No dentist can provide an exact quote over the phone. For personalized information or itemized quotes, please ask. Regular pediatric care is vital. Monitoring changes as your child grows is the best way to avoid costly and painful problems.
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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
Like adults, children should usually have cleanings and exams every six months unless the dentist recommends otherwise. Some visit every three months. We advise no longer than one year between visits.
Do not wait. If you have concerns about your child’s oral health, bring them in right away to catch problems early.
Young children may not know what is normal discomfort. Signs your child may have pain include:
- Touching or holding their face or teeth frequently
- Being afraid to let others near their mouth
- Swelling, redness, or discolouration in gums, cheeks, or teeth
- Fever with toothache
- Avoiding hot or cold foods and drinks
- Avoiding chewy or hard foods like raw vegetables or chunks of meat
- Chewing only on one side
- Becoming irritable or down due to pain
Most appointments last thirty minutes to one hour. Appointments may take longer if children have many questions or need extra reassurance and patience.
Start cleaning as soon as teeth appear. Use approved, child friendly, age appropriate toothpaste and brushes. Teach your child about their mouth and encourage brushing twice daily. Fluoride treatments are very helpful and can be requested at the dentist. Using fluoridated water and products at home also helps. Limit sugary and acidic foods and drinks like juice and pop, especially before bed. Set a good example by brushing and flossing your own teeth daily.
Wait at least 30 minutes after fluoride treatment before eating or drinking. This allows fluoride to work before being washed away.
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