Pediatric Dentist Kelowna
Childrens Dentist Kelowna
Children's Dentistry & pediatric dentistry
We understand that your children are the most important thing in the world to you, and because of that, we take great pride in the care we offer our young patients. Introducing children to the dentist can be an anxious process for both parent and child, so we want to make sure that you have a positive first experience. As dental professionals, we recommend that your child be seen for their first visit within six months of the appearance of their first tooth. Initial visits allow for your child to become oriented to the dental clinic and allow us to discuss your child's growth and development, as well as answer any questions you may have.
Our office is a wonderful environment for children of all ages. Bring them in and check out our child entertainment area, which is equipped with toys and video game consoles loaded with games to keep them occupied while they wait. During their appointment, our ceiling-mounted TVs with a large library of family-friendly entertainment will help keep them at ease during their examination with our team.
The pediatric dental care we offer here at our office includes:
- "Happy Visit" dental orientation for parent and child
- Evaluation of your child’s teeth and overall dental development
- Education on oral habits, like brushing and flossing
- Evaluation of your child’s bite & general oral health
- Oral hygiene instructions
- Professional cleanings and fluoride treatment
- Basic restorative dentistry, including fillings, stainless steel crowns and extractions
White Fillings
Here at Knox Mountain Dentistry, we use composite white filling materials when restoring cavities. These filling materials are made of a combination of acrylic resin and fine glass particles that harden under a special light to form a strong, long-lasting and esthetic dental restoration. In the past, silver amalgam fillings were one of the only options available to restore teeth with tooth decay, but with advances in dental technology, we no longer need to rely solely on these materials. Composite white fillings have several advantages over their amalgam counterparts, including:
- Minimally invasive – we can preserve more of your natural tooth with these materials
- Esthetically pleasing
- Ability to bond directly to natural tooth
- Do not conduct hot and cold, potentially decreasing sensitivity
- Highly successful in moderately sized cavities
- Works well on both permanent teeth and baby teeth!