Pacific Dental Care has a dedicated team of pediatric dentists who specialize in child and early teen care. They are specialists in both preventive and restorative dental care for infants, children and adolescents.

Our pediatric dentists provide an ongoing assessment of the changes in the development of your child’s teeth.  Experts in dental development, they provide advice, treatment and instructions on good dental habits, including proper care and brushing in order to maintain cavity-free teeth. 

Trained to respond to the different emotional needs of each child, our dentists  provide emotional comfort and preparedness for both our young patients and their parents. 

Dental visits can be enjoyable for children! Our child-friendly facility has been designed to make children feel at home. Your child will love exploring our “Kids Zone” with plenty of activities and toys which will help them quickly become familiar with  their new environment.  In our specially designed “Pink Treatment Room” filled with colourful toys, both dentists and staff gently guide your child through check-up and treatment so he/she is ready, familiar and feels secure. Rewards are presented after each visit.  For the very brave, a little treasure from the prize box!

Primary or “Baby” Teeth are very important

It is just as important to maintain the health of all 20 primary teeth as it is the permanent teeth. Primary teeth are not just temporary teeth that will fall out. They help children speak clearly, eat properly, talk, smile and feel good about themselves.
Healthy primary teeth also help form a path for the permanent teeth to follow and grow properly and beautifully. Cavities are painful and cause children to have difficulty eating, stop smiling, and have problems paying attention and learning at school.

Protect your child’s teeth from cavities

Tooth decay is an infection that can be prevented.  Cavities need to be filled to relieve pain and allow children to eat, talk and smile confidently. Safeguarding against bacteria and cavities will help the yet undeveloped permanent teeth develop properly and remain healthy. In order to prevent cavities and other dental problems, your child should see a pediatric dentist every 6 months, starting when the first tooth appears.

 Effective methods for cavity prevention

Fluoride Application
Fluoride application helps strengthen the teeth and prevent tooth decay.  The process is very simple and application is advisable every 6 months, or according to the dentist’s recommendation.

Sealant
Sealants fill in the crevasses on the chewing surfaces of the teeth as well as small gaps in between the teeth that are common in young children.  Sealants prevent food particles that get caught in the teeth that can be difficult to remove by brushing the teeth.  Sealants make the teeth easier to brush and help prevent tooth decay. The application is fast, comfortable and can effectively protect the teeth for many years.

Your child’s first visit to the dentist

Begin when the first tooth appears. This is the perfect time for the dentist to start examining the development of your child’s teeth, mouth and gums.  Children can get cavities as soon as the first teeth appear. They can also have dental growth problems like crooked teeth or a bad bite.  Our pediatric dentists can provide preventive care and treatments to help maintain you child’s healthy smile.

Recommendations for preparing your child

● Have a positive attitude, keep the visit normal, routine and pleasant.

● Don’t tell your child scary stories about the dentist or let your child know your own
anxieties.

● Set a good example, let your child observe you brushing your teeth and visiting the dentist.

● Read stories about going to the dentist to your child.

● Pretend to be a dentist and explore your child’s mouth, then switch roles.

● Bring your child to our clinic just to walk around, meet our staff and play in our “Kids Zone”.

● Arrive early for the appointment so your child can get familiar with the new environment.

● Don’t describe treatments too much in detail or use negative words like pain, drill, etc., our dentists have special ways and words to explain to children so they are not scared.

● Tell the dentist about any medical problems or allergies your child may have.

If your child cries…

● Remember…our pediatric dentists have been trained to provide
emotional comfort for each child. Each child’s special needs and
concerns will be addressed.

● Making your child feel comfortable and familiar will help ease
anxiety. Your child can see, touch and operate dental equipment,
so he/she is familiar and feels secure.

● Allow the dentist to talk directly to your child.

● Our dentists may want to take care of the situation without
your presence in the room. You may be asked to leave for a
short while. We hope you understand.