A routine dental exam for kids is critical to the healthy development of their teeth and gums as they grow.
Here at Toronto Kids Dental, we recommend that you take your child to see a dentist for kids since we not only have specialized dental tools but an additional specialist degree in the latest training to care for children’s teeth.
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As part of a routine dental checkup and dental exam, the dental hygienist will clean your child’s teeth and report what they find to the pediatric dentist.
During the dental exam for kids, the pediatric dentist will also be checking your child’s teeth and mouth for the following:
Following the dental exam, our kid’s dentist will review their findings with you and make any recommendations necessary for follow-up work.
A dental exam for kids is a preventative measure. Dental exams help to detect developing issues early before your child feels any pain or discomfort. We even have “Happy Visits” for younger patients that need a little extra time getting used to being in a dental office.
When our pediatric dentists look inside your child’s mouth, we are looking for anything that may affect your child’s oral health. The dentist can tell a lot about the condition and health of your child’s teeth and gums just with a physical exam.
However, there’s more to a dental exam for kids than just looking at their oral health.
We also look at your child’s complete medical history. The more we know about your child’s overall health, including any allergies or medications they may be taking, the better we can address any oral health issues your child may develop.
We will also sometimes use dental x-rays to help assist with the dental exam for kids. New digital x-ray technology is much safer and helps to reveal any problems that can’t be diagnosed with just a physical exam. These may include gum disease, bone loss, and tooth decay below the gums.
Your child’s dentist may also suggest fluoride treatment to help protect your child’s teeth and reduce the risk of tooth decay.
Our dental team will also discuss how to help your child develop proper oral hygiene habits, including brushing, flossing, and in some cases, a healthy diet.
As children get older our pediatric dentist will also discuss other age-appropriate topics such as the importance of wearing sports mouth guards and avoiding smoking.
It’s imperative to educate your child early about oral health and the importance of routine dental exams for kids. You can take your child for their first dental visit after the first baby tooth has broken through.
Then, as they continue to grow, you should book a dental exam at least once or twice a year to ensure continued oral health.
Here at Toronto Kids Dental, our children’s dental clinic is specifically designed to be kid friendly. That includes everything from the reception area to the free prize room and games room.
We even use dental tools and dental clinic equipment specially designed for treating children!
Specializing in pediatric dentistry, our Toronto dental team is dedicated to creating a comfortable, safe, and fun environment for children. We want them to look forward to their next dental exam.
When a child has a wonderful experience visiting the dentist, they won’t mind coming back, which makes it a lot easier for parents and helps us to better care for your child’s teeth, gums, and overall oral health.
Please contact us online or call (416) 224-7228 if you still have questions about a dental exam for kids, or if you wish to book an appointment.
We also offer emergency pediatric dental services.
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