Children’s Dentistry

Our Calgary dentists and Cochrane dentists believe that prevention and treatment is important to avoid dental and health complications for children. We welcome children at both of our clinics!

Why Children’s Dentistry?

Positive Relationships

We believe that starting visits to the dental clinic can help form a positive relationship and avoid future phobias or requirements for sedation. We know that those that have had a negative experience with dentists and dental treatment usually requrie some degree of sedation as adults.

Starting Early

Avoid larger problems by addressing or preventing smaller ones. This is no different than anyhting else in life where maintenance can go a long way. We get asked “Why spend the time to look after baby teeth that are going to fall out?” It’s important to keep things healthybecause baby teeth serve to allow chewing of food, maintain space for adult teeth to erupt correctly and neglect can result in in pain, infection and/or premature loss. Not to mention, that learning good habits early become natural as children grow.

Promoting Health

Although cavities are preventable, they are one of the most common chronic diseases in a person’s life. Untreated tooth decay can lead to abscess (a severe infection) under the gums which can spread to other parts of the body and can have serious, and in very rare cases fatal, results.

Phases of Children’s Dentistry

  • Infants

    AGES: UNDER 2
    We recommend that infants be assessed within 6 months of the eruption of the first tooth or at the latest by one year of age. Our goal is to have your child visit the dentist before there is a problem with his or her teeth.

    We actively screen and education parents about the effects of baby bottle decay.

  • Children

    AGES: 2-12
    At the beginning of this phase, patients will transition from their deciduous (baby) teeth to their permanent (adult) teeth. Our primary goal for keeping teeth healthy is to prevent infection and keep spaces for adult teeth.

    We will also assess the early teeth alignment of children and whether early intervention is required.

  • Teens

    AGES: 13-17
    During this phase of growth, continued habit reinforcement of oral hygiene becomes increasingly important. Many patients can have teeth aligned with Invisalign during this period and maintenance and monitor of permanent (adult) teeth becomes increasingly important.

    A great time to start considering Invisalign® Teeth Alignment for mild orthodontic problems.

  • Young Adults

    AGES: 18-21
    During the teeh phase and young adult phase, we start to evaluate the presence, location, health and space for the eruption of wisdom teeth (also known as the third molars).

    We can do Invisalign® Teeth Alignment treatment for young adults that want to avoid metal braces while entering university, college or the workforce.

Dental Check-up (Exam)

  • Evaluation (Exam)

    When you have a complete examination, we take baseline measurements, x-rays and sometimes 3D digital scans to record your current presentation. We do an examination of your teeth, mouth, face and neck tissues.

    These invaluable records are important in diagnosis of dental concerns.

  • Discussion

    Afer a dental exam is done, our dentists will review your conerns, discuss our findings and then and then education you about your treatment options.

    We provide options and you decide what is best for your health. We will also review preventative recommendations.

  • Planning

    A treatment plan outlines your treatment choices made during the discussion. We can provide treatment cost estimates.

    With your request, our Reception Desk Team can send a Pre-Determination of Benefits electronically to your Dental Insurance Provider to find out how much is covered.

Dental Cleaning & Check-up Costs

Understand the costs of a dental cleaning and check-up (exam). The treatment codes are listed for dental examination, x-ray, scaling (each unit is 15 minutes of scaling time), polishing and fluroide costs. We follow the current Alberta Dental Fee Guide. We can always send a Pre-Determination of Insurance Benefits to see what is covered under your Health Benefit Plan. Learn more: Pre-Determination of Dental Benefits.

Treatment Description 2024 Alberta Dental Fees 2024 Harvest Dental Fees
Dental Bitewing X-Rays (Two) $51.51 $51.51
Dental Cleaning (Scaling; 15 Mins) $72.84 $72.84
Polish Hygiene Treatment (15 mins) $71.54 $71.54
Scaling Hygiene Treatment (15 mins) $80.30 $80.30
Fluoride Hygiene Treatment (15 mins) $34.66 $34.66
Panoramic X-Ray (Each) $101.53 $101.53
Bitewing X-Rays (For Two) $54.60 $54.60

Do Children really need a Dental Cleaning and Check-up?

Dental Cleaning Prevention

if you want to keep your teeth healthy for as long as possible, it is important to start the process of maintaing dental health early. If deposits, such as calculus, plaque and tartar are left on the surface of teeth and roots, this can call recession (a loss of surrounding gums and bone). Over a number of years, gum disease, can cause the complete loss of teeth. Most children and adults should have a professional cleaning between 6-12 months. If gum disease is not controlled, it may require frequeny cleanings every 3-4 months or even specialist intervention.

Dental Check-up (Exam) Benefits

Having an exam every 12 months can help detect smaller dental and oral tissue problems before they become bigger ones. This can mean the difference between having a small filling to fix a cavity versus waiting and needing to have root canal treatment or even have a tooth removed. Dental X-rays are usually taken on an annual basis. We follow the FDA recommendations for intervals in taking dental x-rays: FDA/ADA Guidelines.

Our Clinics

Other Treatments

  • Emergency Care

    Toothaches, Chipped Teeth and Jaw Pain. We have seen them all and welcome new patients. Learn more: Become a New Patient

  • Teeth Whitening

    In-Office (90 min), Custom Take Home Kits, Dental Cleanings and Porcelain Veneers to improve teeth colour. Learn more: How to Whiten Your Teeth

  • Replace Teeth

    Replace teeth with Dental Implants, Bridges or Partial Dentures. See how we can restore your smile. Learn more: What are Dental Implants?