Proper dental hygiene is an important part of a daily routine and so it is essential that parents begin to establish good dental habits early in the child's life. This begins with the cleaning of a baby's mouth even before his or her teeth erupt by gently wiping away any build-up from the gums with a special finger brush and semi-warm water. As the baby teeth begin to ease through the gums a soft brush and non-fluoride toothpaste will keep bacteria at bay and will easily reach all sides of the generally widely spaced teeth. Further protection can be found in the form of a dental sealant. When your child reaches a point where there is no risk that she or he will consistently swallow the toothpaste you can begin to use a paste with fluoride. As your child's teeth begin to fill out and the gaps between them close, use floss to remove any plaque from between his or her teeth. In this way you can begin to establish a healthy pattern of dental care and a positive attitude toward dentistry in general.
Niagara-on-the-Lake Dental welcomes the opportunity to work with you to ensure your child has bright and healthy teeth. We encourage you to bring your children along with you to enjoy our child-friendly atmosphere. Furthermore, we would like to help you make sure that your child's mouth is carefully looked after so that each time your child visits he or she can boast a cavity-free smile. We understand that early impressions are important, and so should a filling be necessary, our friendly staff will work hard to make sure the experience is a pleasant one.
In addition to regular fluoride treatments, we also offer protective sealants and protective mouth guards to not only protect your child from microscopic risks, but from large ones as well. The trip to the dentist is so often accompanied with anxiety in children's minds - let us help turn this around and make dental care feel as positive as it looks.