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6 Apr 2021

Pediatric Dentist vs Family Dentist

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You know a family dentist helps people of all ages, so you may be wondering, why does my child need to see a pediatric dentist? At Happy Trails Children Dentistry, we believe knowledge is power! We are here to give you the scoop on the difference between the two and how to help you decide what’s best for your kids and family!

What’s The Difference?

While both are experts in oral health, Pediatric Dentists take an additional two to three years of formal education to specialize in treating children. These extra years teach a variety of different skills, including helping children feel relaxed, their behaviours, and special oral health needs. A pediatric dental clinic can achieve this through the activities they offer in the waiting room and small, kid-friendly dental tools! At Happy Trails, we not only have friendly staff but loving, interactive animal characters to help give your child a fun experience!

The Canadian Dental Association recommends you take your child for their first assessment within six months of their first tooth erupting. At this stage, Dr. Sam can evaluate if there are any ways to improve at-home dental cleaning and assess for any current or future problems!

What’s Best For My Child?

Ultimately, the decision is up to you! Both are experts in what they do, and you can feel confident in the hands of either dentist. Lifestyle, number of kids, and specific needs can all be different factors in your decision. While family dentists are great because they can treat all members of the family, some children experience anxiety and are scared of having their teeth assessed in a foreign place. A pediatric dentist could be just what they need, as making kids feel comfortable is just one of their special skills! It’s important for kids to see the same face to feel comfortable. Dr. Sam is a single dedicated dentist who has a passion for helping little ones! Find her educational videos on Instagram to learn more, and to see her warm, inviting personality for yourself!

Calgary Born And Raised!

Dr. Sam and our dedicated staff would love to meet you and your kids! We are passionate about making your child feel at home when they visit our practice. Our clinic offers preventative dentistry, oral health exams and emergency dental care. We welcome children with special health needs and take pride in creating a welcoming environment for every child! Call us at 587-576-KIDS (5437) to book your consultation.

5 Aug 2020

Newborn Dental Care

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Oral health is important at any age; in fact, oral development can start as early as 4 months in utero! Some babies might even be born with teeth. When this happens, dental professionals refer to it as natal teeth. It’s a good idea to start caring for your baby’s oral hygiene early on so you can give them the advantage of keeping their teeth and mouth healthy.

How To Care For Your Baby’s Oral Health

Even though your baby might not have their first tooth in yet, it’s still very important to keep their little mouths clean. We recommended that parents keep a soft washcloth handy to use in their baby’s mouth after feeding. Parents should damp the clean washcloth and use it to massage their child’s gums and wipe their tongue, cheeks and roof of their mouth. This will help make sure their oral cavity stays bacteria-free and reduce their risk of developing tooth decay and cavities.

Oral Health Concerns For Your Baby

Transmitting Tooth Decay. Many parents aren’t aware that they can transmit cavity-causing bacteria to their newborns through saliva. For example, when a parent has an activity cavity present, and they share a spoon with their baby, that bacteria can develop and multiply in their baby’s mouth. You can help stop this transmission by regularly and thoroughly cleaning your child’s mouth.

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay. When your newborn’s mouth is frequently exposed to liquids that contain sugar, including breast milk and formula, they could be a risk for baby bottle tooth decay. According to the Canadian Dental Association, baby bottle tooth decay “can happen to children up to age four.” Dull white lines or spots on your baby’s teeth could be a sign of this disease. To avoid this, we recommend not giving your baby a bottle of milk at night and instead replacing it with water. If you do need to feed your baby at night, just make sure you clean their mouth afterwards.

Newborn And Children’s Oral Care In Alberta

Our doors will be open soon, and we would love to help you with your baby’s oral health! If you’re looking for a pediatric dentist in Calgary, make sure to follow our Facebook and Instagram pages so you don’t miss any of our latest announcements. We can’t wait to see you and your baby soon!

8 Jul 2020

When Should I Bring My Child to a Calgary Pediatric Dentist?

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Parents often wonder about the appropriate age to bring their child to see a pediatric dentist. The Canadian Dental Association recommends “the assessment of infants, by a dentist, within 6 months of the eruption of the first tooth or by one year of age.” We know this might seem a bit young to some parents, but the goal is to be preventative and detect any problems early on.

Benefits Of Bringing Your Child To A Calgary Pediatric Dentist

There is a long list of benefits to bringing your child to a pediatric dentist, but the most important reasons are:
• To find out if at-home cleaning is working effectively
• Fix any problems before they become a larger issue
• To teach your child that a dentist can help them with their health
• Instill good oral health care habits from an early age

Your pediatric dentist might recommend your child complete a dental X-ray to see if their teeth are coming in and growing correctly. A dental X-ray can also reveal if there is any decay between your child’s teeth. If your child’s assessment reveals crooked or crowded teeth, your pediatric dentist can monitor the situation and suggest orthodontic intervention if and when necessary.

Why Choose a Calgary Pediatric Dentist?

Pediatric dentists are kid experts and have an extra 2 to 3 years of training to care for your little ones! Treating children and their tiny teeth requires extra attention and skills. Our in-house pediatric dentist, Dr. Sam, is a board-certified specialist in children’s dentistry. It was important for her to create a space where children could have fun, stay safe, and have all their dental needs met!

Our brand new, state-of-the-art facility is equipped with all the proper-sized tools to care for children. Regular-sized dental equipment might be uncomfortable for your child’s small mouth, that is still developing!⁣ We also enjoy teaching your child about oral health and oral hygiene when they come for a visit.

Bring Your Child To Happy Trails Children’s Dentistry in Calgary!

We hang out with kids all day, and we know how to personalize each visit to fit your child’s needs.⁣ At the end of the day, we want your child to have fun! Preparations are well underway for our official grand opening this summer, and we would love to be your child’s pediatric dentist! Make sure to follow our Facebook and Instagram pages for all our latest announcements. We can’t wait to see you soon!

12 Jun 2020

Why Choose a Calgary Pediatric Dentist?

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Preparations are well underway, and a new pediatric dentist is coming to Calgary! Our entire team here at Happy Trails Children’s Dentistry is so excited to start meeting your little and their big smiles very soon. Before we officially open our practice, we wanted to take the time to explain why pediatric dentistry is so important and why you should consider booking your child in for an appointment.

We Are Tiny Teeth Experts!

Did you know that pediatric dentists receive an extra 2 to 3 years of specialized training to treat children? We know what to look out for when it comes to the tooth and gum development of infants, children and teens. You may not be aware, but dental professionals recommend that your child completes their first dentist appointment by the time they are one year old. Even infants can develop problems such as tooth decay and cavities! At Happy Trails Children’s Dentistry – we can help you keep your little one healthy and smiling.

Early Detection of Oral Problems

Maintaining good oral health isn’t something you should wait to teach your child. Cavities, over-retained primary teeth, canker sores, gum disease and bad breath, are just some of the problems your child could develop if they don’t brush and floss their teeth on a regular basis. The only thing worse than these problems is when they go undetected for a long period of time. By bringing your child to a Pediatric Dentist, we can spot early warning signs of oral issues and curb any detrimental problems.

Custom Care

Oral development happens at different rates for every child. Our team can customize your child’s dental care according to the rate at their mouth is developing. We also have specialized equipment tiny enough to treat your infant or child comfortably.

Instill Good Habits

It’s important to be on the lookout for bad oral habits and address them right away. Many children develop habits such as teeth grinding and thumb sucking that can be hard for parents to try and break on their own. Pediatrics dentists face these challenges on a daily basis and can sit down with you and your child to explain how these habits can harm their teeth. We even have certain tips and tricks we can share to help assist!

Does Your Child Need A Pediatric Dentist in Calgary?

Happy Trails Children’s Dentistry is located in the Meadows Mile Professional Center at 140 8500 Blackfoot Trail S.E. in Calgary, Alberta. Our doors will open this summer, and we would love to meet your little ones! Our location is very close to the communities of Fairview, Willow Park, and Maple Ridge. Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @happytrailschildrensdentistry for all the latest information and updates!