Pediatric Dentistry In Richmond Hill
Early Childhood Tooth Decay
Did you know that once your child’s first tooth appears, they can be at risk for tooth decay? Mother’s milk, formula, cow’s milk, and fruit juice all contain sugars that can lead to early childhood tooth decay. One common cause is putting your baby to bed with a bottle of milk, formula, or juice, which allows sugars to sit on their teeth overnight. If you notice any signs of decay, don’t wait—call Regatta Dental in Richmond Hill immediately. Prompt treatment is crucial to prevent your child’s pain, infection, or long-term dental issues.
Pro Tip: To protect your child’s smile, wipe their gums with a soft cloth after feedings, avoid sugary drinks at bedtime, and schedule their first dental check-up by their first birthday.
Using pacifiers and thumbsucking
Babies naturally suck their thumbs or pacifiers because it makes them feel safe and relaxed. It is vital to avoid putting sugar, honey, or corn syrup on a pacifier because they can cause cavities. Before your child’s permanent teeth erupt, which is often around age five, is the ideal moment to persuade them to quit sucking. If a child keeps sucking a soother or thumb after the permanent teeth have come in, it could cause problems with how the jaw and teeth grow.
You can rely on Pediatric Dentistry in Richmond Hill to provide professional treatment and guidance at every stage of your child’s dental health.
Cleaning Teeth
Young children are not able to clean their own teeth. As a parent, you must do it for them when they are very young and do it with them, as they get older.
We’re excited to welcome you and your children to our clinic! Call (905) 773-1952 to schedule your child’s consultation today and take the first step towards a brighter, healthier smile.
Bright Smiles Start Here: Your Trusted Pediatric Dentist in Richmond Hill
Ensuring your child’s dental health starts with choosing the right pediatric dentistry in Richmond Hill. As a parent, your top priority is keeping their smile healthy and happy. At Regatta Dental Centre, we create a safe, fun, and educational environment to ensure every visit feels welcoming and comfortable for your child. The more you and your child know about the first visit, the better prepared and at ease you’ll feel.
The Canadian Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (CAPD) recommends scheduling the initial dental examination when your child’s first tooth appears or by their first birthday. Choose Regatta Dental Centre to start your child’s dental care journey positively!
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are a thin plastic coating applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth—usually the back teeth (premolars and molars)—to prevent tooth decay. The liquid sealant quickly penetrates the grooves of the teeth and is “cured” (hardened) using a special white light. The result is a durable shield bonded to the enamel of each tooth.
