Every child deserves a healthy, functional smile from the start. As a parent, it’s important to help your child establish and maintain excellent oral hygiene habits through safe, preventative, holistic dentistry for kids. This involves visiting Enlighten Dental in Vancouver, BC, for routine pediatric dentistry appointments. Generally, it’s recommended that a child attends their first dental visit when their first tooth erupts or around their first birthday.
Our team is trained and experienced in offering holistic dentistry for kids and creating a safe and nurturing environment for patients of all ages. We’ll ensure your child or children’s oral structures are growing and developing correctly while focusing on overall health and well-being. We provide as-needed preventive and emergency services using natural and biocompatible materials. And for parents, we’re here to answer all your questions and concerns about your growing child’s oral health!
Kids’ holistic dentistry emphasizes the overall health and well-being of the child, not just their teeth and gums. It uses natural, non-toxic materials and minimally invasive techniques to promote optimal oral health. Our team considers the impact of dental treatments on the entire body and aims to prevent dental issues by addressing underlying causes such as diet, hygiene, and lifestyle.
By integrating holistic practices, children receive comprehensive care that supports their physical and emotional development. This approach helps create healthy smiles by ensuring dental treatments contribute positively to the child’s growth and health, fostering a strong foundation for lifelong wellness.
We provide oral examinations and teeth cleanings and help your little one feel at ease throughout the appointment. Paying close attention to baby teeth may seem unnecessary, but establishing proper oral health at this stage of your child’s life is important. We want to ensure that a healthy foundation and good habits are in place for when your child’s adult teeth do come in. Our biological kids dentistry appointments in Vancouver, BC, follow these general steps:
Our family prosthodontist will complete a thorough examination of your child’s mouth. We may also take low-radiation X-rays to assess bone health and look for signs of tooth decay. If we notice your child suffers from tongue-tie or lip-tie or may benefit from a space maintainer or orthodontics, we may refer your child to a specialist for treatment.
We’ll talk with you and your child about their dental health history, what oral health routines should be established, and when. We’ll also discuss potentially bad habits your child may develop, including thumb-sucking, and how to help overcome them. We can also provide mouthguards for older children in sports to keep their teeth safe.
Next, we’ll gently clean your child’s teeth to remove any accumulated plaque from eating and drinking. A healthy diet that limits sugary or starchy foods can also help protect their teeth from decay. For children three years of age and older, we encourage parents to help brush twice daily using fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush. Many apps and videos now exist to encourage proper toothbrushing in fun and engaging ways.
Our team employs healing-promoting techniques and emphasizes preventive care to support lasting oral and systemic health benefits. We are committed to patient safety and comfort, as demonstrated by using biocompatibility testing to ensure compatibility with all dental materials. Over the last four decades, we have meticulously selected universally safe and effective materials, always prioritizing our patients’ well-being.
Utilizing the latest techniques and technologies , we ensure the best results for every treatment. Our compassionate team understands the systemic connection between oral health and whole-body wellness, and we strive to provide care that supports overall health and long-term vitality. From tiny teeth to adults, we have you covered!
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