Kid's Dental Services Winnipeg

As soon as your child’s first tooth emerges, it’s exposed to bacteria from food and drinks every day. But it’s tough enough to get your kid to eat their vegetables, let alone brush their teeth. How do you get them to take their oral health seriously? You’ll need help from a pediatric dentist to keep your child’s teeth in top shape.

Oral health habits form in our earliest years. If you’ve ever tried to build habits later in life, then you know how challenging it can be. It’s best to take your child to the dentist early on in life. 

Are you looking for a pediatric dentist in Winnipeg, MB? At Affinity Dental, we’ll look after your children’s dental needs, from routine cleanings to fillings. We provide a variety of dental services that promote excellent oral hygiene for children of all ages.

About Pediatrics

Going to the dentist can be scary for a child; it’s a whole new experience for them. They might have ideas about what to expect when they sit in the dentist’s chair. At Affinity Dental, it’s our goal to make your kid as comfortable as possible. They’ll learn that visiting the dentist isn’t scary.

A lifetime of healthy teeth starts during the earliest years of your life. You want to set your child up with the right foundation for good oral hygiene habits. Pediatric dentistry focuses on providing children with dental care that’s appropriate for their age group. It’s a mix of education, preventative care, and restorative services. A dentist can help your child get into the habit of brushing and flossing every day.

Treatment Options for Kids

Even at a young age, children can develop conditions like:

  • Gum disease
  • Broken or cracked teeth
  • Tooth infections

We can address these issues using treatments like pulp therapy. We’re proud to offer children’s dental care that’s comfortable, fun, and restorative. 

When your child requires dental treatment, we provide a range of pediatric dentistry services to help, which include:

Check-ups

Kids live busy lives—they don’t always know when there’s an issue with their teeth. They’re more focused on playing with their friends, learning new things, and spending time with their families!

Sometimes, it’s tough to teach your child new things. When they brush their teeth, how do you know if they’re getting every spot in their mouth? A pediatric dentist can show them how to take care of their teeth properly. They’ll spot areas your child may be missing during brushing, and show them how to reach those spots.

We suggest that children receive dental care services every 6 months.

Cleanings

Just like adults, children need to have their teeth cleaned regularly, too. By seeing the dentist every 6 months, we can preserve your child’s teeth well into their adult years.

Dental health can be compromised by a sweet tooth, which many children have. During a routine cleaning, we can apply a fluoride treatment. This will protect your child’s teeth from things like sugary candies, juices, and acidic foods.

Fillings

Cavities can happen any time after your child’s teeth emerge above the gum line. They may occur with baby or adult teeth. 

We recommend getting cavities filled even when they’re in baby teeth. Neglecting to do so can impact the health of the future adult tooth. Before every filling, we ensure that your child’s mouth is completely numb to prevent any pain or discomfort.

In some cases, we may advise the use of dental sealants. These coatings are painted onto the chewing surfaces of the molar to prevent bacteria from reaching the deeper crevices of the tooth.

Tooth Removals

Throughout childhood, we lose approximately 20 baby teeth. Once they fall out, our permanent adult teeth emerge. 

We can remove baby teeth that are causing your child any pain and discomfort. If adult teeth need to be removed due to decay or crowding issues, we can help with that, too.

When teeth decay, they are at a higher risk of becoming infected. It also increases the likelihood that your child will develop gum disease. Extracting decayed teeth is sometimes the best way to protect your child’s dental health.

Sedation

During more invasive dental services, you may be interested in our sedation options. This is helpful with children who deal with dental anxiety or phobias.

Call Affinity Dental Today!

We welcome new patients of all ages at our dental clinic, including infants, adolescents, and children with special needs. Our oral health affects us throughout our lives; it’s never too early or too late to start visiting the dentist.

We want your child to have a smile that lasts a lifetime. At Affinity Dental, we offer pediatric dentistry services in Winnipeg, MB. Call our office today to make your child’s dental appointment!