Children Dentistry
in Fort Mcmurray

By laying your baby on their back in a position that is comfortable for them, you can easily see inside their mouth. Avoid using toothpaste on your young one until their teeth develop. By holding their head at a 45-degree angle it is easy for you to aim where the gums meet teeth to clean in soft circles.

If your child is 3 years old or younger and we see tooth decay or risk of this kind then we may recommend the use of a fluoride toothpaste but you should only use it in very small amounts about the size of grain of rice. Avoid the use of fluoride on your child at this age if there are no signs of decay. It is best to use only water at a young age. If you have a child 3-6 years old then a pea size portion of fluoride toothpaste should be utilized. As a parent, please ensure your child spits out all of the toothpaste from their mouth and gives a good rinse.

It is critical for children to brush their teeth right before bedtime because they do not produce as much saliva as adults while asleep and saliva keeps our mouths clean.

Germs build up in a toothbrush as time continues on so it is important to get a new toothbrush every 3-4 months to keep your child’s mouth in excellent oral health. We will provide your child with floss and a toothbrush when they visit us so they can keep those little teeth clean before their next dentist appointment. Other keys to oral hygiene are healthy eating, limiting drinks with high amounts of sugar and snacking. It is best to keep snacking down to 2-3 times per day to avoid cavities and further issues.