Children’s Dentist Spruce Grove
Creating Positive Dental Experiences for Young Patients
Your child’s smile is developing and growing every day, and their first visits to the dental office can help them understand the importance of taking care of their pearly whites. These initial visits also build a positive relationship with the office and team! Our knowledgeable and compassionate staff at Spruce Ridge Dental will ensure your child’s oral health stays on track and offer a gentle, comforting touch and experience to let them know they’re in a safe place and well-cared for. To learn more about the children’s dentistry services we offer at our office in Spruce Grove, continue reading below or schedule a visit for your child today!
Why Choose Spruce Ridge Dental for Children’s Dentistry?
- Knowledgeable & Friendly Long-Standing Team
- Family-Owned & Operated Dental Practice
- We Accept Dental Insurance & CDCP
When to Schedule Your Child’s First Dental Visit
It’s recommended that children visit the dentist by their first birthday, or within six months of when their first tooth grows in. If you’re concerned about your child’s dental health earlier than that time, never hesitate to schedule a visit for them. Even if they only have one or two teeth, they’re still vulnerable to problems such as baby bottle tooth decay. The good news is that your dentist in Spruce Grove can speak with you about how to properly care for and clean their teeth and gums.
Kids Dental Checkups & Cleanings
When it comes to providing checkups and cleanings for children, our priority is to help them feel safe and comfortable, all the while keeping common dental problems like cavities away. Our friendly, long-standing team allows your child to see the same faces at each visit, which will help them feel comfortable. Additionally, we make sure to go at a speed that your child is comfortable with, allowing them to build a trusting and positive relationship with the dentist.
Athletic Mouthguards/ Sportsguards
Instead of having to worry about a knocked-out or damaged tooth due to a flying puck or tackle, invest in the reliable, cushioning security of a customized athletic mouthguard. This will minimize your child’s risk of experiencing a dental emergency on the field or court by cushioning their teeth so they can play with greater confidence.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are clear coverings that are brushed onto the surface of you or your child’s molars and hardened using UV light. As a result, they’re able to act as umbrella-like coverings that prevent debris and bacteria from accumulating in the crevices, which causes cavities. The sealants can be applied within minutes and can continue protecting teeth for several years afterward.
Silver Diamine Fluoride
If your child can benefit from fluoride, a mineral that strengthens the outermost layer of the teeth, called enamel, their dentist in Spruce Grove will recommend it after their next cleaning. We can also apply silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to help stop the progression of small cavities. The silver diamine acts to end the decay, while the fluoride helps remineralize the enamel to protect the tooth from future harm.
Pulp Treatment
When a baby tooth becomes infected, we may recommend pulp treatment. One of our skilled dentists will access the inner chamber of the tooth and remove the infected pulp as well as restore its strength and structure. As a result, your child will be able to continue using their natural tooth comfortably until it’s ready to fall out naturally.
Dentistry for Children with Special Needs
If your child has a disability, is on the autism spectrum, or experiences overstimulation at the sights and sounds of the dental office, our team is happy to accommodate their needs to ensure their comfort. We aim to provide every child with an excellent and comfortable experience, so by letting us know what we can do to make that happen before their appointment, our team can prepare ahead of time. Our top priority is to help your child feel safe and comfortable with us.
Orthodontic Screenings
Some orthodontic issues, such as a narrow arch or bite issues, are easiest to address while your child’s jaw is still growing. We provide orthodontic screenings for children so we can refer them to a specialist in a timely manner, if necessary. Wearing braces as a young child can sometimes make orthodontic treatment as a teenager faster and easier, especially in more complex cases.
Space Maintainers
When children’s teeth fall out too soon, it can cause their permanent ones to grow in crooked or rotated. To help minimize the chances of this, our dentists can place a space maintainer in their mouth to make sure the surrounding teeth don’t drift, affecting the position in which the permanent ones will grow in.
Schedule Your Child’s Appointment Today!
If you’re looking for a children’s dentist to take care of your favorite growing smile, schedule an appointment at our family-owned dental practice today. We’re happy to take care of everyone you love, regardless of their age!