Good dentistry for kids does much more than make sure that their teeth are healthy as they grow. Age appropriate dentistry for kids also means making sure that kids are comfortable at the dentist and that they learn good dental hygiene habits so that they will have healthy teeth for life. The number one reason why adults put off dental care, even routine cleanings, is because they didn’t have good experiences with dental care as children. At Inglewood Family Dental we want to help kids have healthy smiles for life. That is why we reinforce healthy habits start with dentistry for kids. That’s why our dentistry for kids always involves practices like:
Reinforcing Healthy Dental Habits
Kids rarely want to brush their teeth but learning good habits like brushing and flossing every day is important for kids. As kids get older and become responsible for brushing and flossing their own teeth our Calgary dentist and hygienists will show kids the right way to brush and floss and let them know when they’re doing a good job.
Making a game out of brushing their teeth and flossing daily will encourage kids to keep brushing and flossing between visits to the dentist. Providing positive reinforcement will help kids build health dental hygiene habits that will last throughout their lives and give them a great smile for life.
Providing A Fun And Comfortable Atmosphere
It’s essential that kids receive dentistry for kids in an atmosphere where they feel safe and comfortable. Inglewood Family Dental is a family focused environment where kids can play and watch kid friendly cartoons or movies during their treatment or while they are waiting for their appointment. We pride ourselves on making everyone who comes to our practice as comfortable as possible during their treatment, including offering dentistry for kids that is designed to put kids at ease and alleviate any fears they have about going to the dentist or getting dental care.
Answering Questions And Explaining Procedures for Healthy Habits in Dentistry For Kids
Older kids love asking questions and we love to answer them. Our Calgary dentist and our hygienists will happily explain any procedures to kids in age appropriate ways and let kids know what they are doing as they do it. This helps kids understand different aspects of dental care and why regular care is so important. It also alleviate their fears because when they understand what is happening they will see there is nothing to be afraid of. Our child friendly dental care will make kids want to come and see us on a regular basis.
Recommendations For Parents To Start Healthy Habits in Dentistry For Kids
Parents, especially first time parents, often are overwhelmed trying to learn everything they need to know to keep their kids healthy. Our experienced staff can offer recommendations for cleaning your children’s teeth when they are young so that you will know the correct way to do it.
Our team will also be able to give you diet recommendations so that you will know what healthy foods to feed your kids so that their teeth will grow in healthy. Also, we can help you with ideas to get your kids to brush and floss on their own and give you tips to help you support your kids in practicing good dental hygiene from a young age.
Education For Parents for Healthy Habits in Dentistry For Kids
Another part of good children’s dentistry is keeping parents updated on things that they should know like your child’s teeth will develop, signs you should look for that would indicate problems with your child’s teeth, and how things like thumb sucking or pacifier use will impact your child’s teeth.
Parenting is tough, but dentistry for kids at Inglewood Dental will help you make sure that your kids have healthy teeth as they grow and develop healthy dental habits for life. Contact our Calgary dentist today and let us help your children maintain good oral health habits.
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