With so much information circulating now, it can be hard to determine what is truthful. Therefore, when you visit your children’s dentist in Brampton, it’s the perfect time to ask any questions you have and get the answers you need from a trusted and reputable source. Read on to find out the top 5 queries to make so your child can enjoy the absolute best in oral health!
Question #1 – What’s the Right Way to Brush My Child’s Teeth?
While brushing with a toothbrush may seem like a no-brainer to some people, it’s actually an activity that requires proper technique. That’s because if done wrong, damage can be done to the enamel (the hard, protective outer layer), and there is also the risk of the teeth not being cleaned properly, which can lead to such problems as tooth decay and gingivitis.
Here are some basic tips to keep in mind in the interim:
- Only use a pea-sized dollop of toothpaste for children between the ages of two and four and a bean-sized amount for children five years old and older.
- Make sure the bristles are the softest available to avoid any gum irritation or enamel damage.
- Each session should last for two minutes to ensure the teeth are thoroughly cleaned.
Question #2 – When Should I Schedule the First Visit?
To ensure your child gets off to the best oral health start, make preventive care a priority early on. As a general rule of thumb, the initial visit should occur after his or her first birthday.
Question #3 – When Can My Child Start Brushing Unsupervised?
There is no set age for a child to be trusted to brush his or her teeth without supervision. To determine the right time, you’ll have to monitor his or her efforts to decide on the right time for you to be less involved. Even after this happens, though, you should still reevaluate the process from time-to-time to make sure your little one is on track.
Question #4 – How Can I Encourage My Child to Perform Oral Hygiene?
A simple way to create more excitement around your child’s oral hygiene is to use a reward system. For example, you can post a chart in the bathroom, and place a golden star with every completed session.
Then, when a certain number have accumulated, you can take your child shopping for a favorite toy or schedule a fun activity.
Question #5 – How Often Should My Child Visit for Preventive Care?
Every six months, your child should visit your local children’s dentist for cleanings and examinations. If he or she has any tooth decay or signs of other issues, the dentist may recommend more frequent visits to monitor the effectiveness of any treatment provided.
By applying what you’ve learned here and working in conjunction with your family dentist in Brampton, you can sleep soundly at night knowing that your little one’s oral health is in excellent hands!
About the Author
Dr. Vince Fava is a graduate of the University of Toronto, and for the past 20 years, he’s been providing the best in dental care. He combines his years of experience and a kind disposition to make kids feel safe and eager to receive care at Torbram Dental, and he can be reached for more information through his website.
Simrit has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She started her career with Assisting/Treatment co-ordinating and then moved on to becoming the Hygiene Co Ordinator in 2005. In 2012 she took on a new role as the Marketing Director. Though she loved being the Marketing Director, in 2015 she became the Office Manager of Torbram Dental. She completed her Level 1 Dental Assisting program with Career Canada in 1996 and then went on to complete her Level II Dental Assisting Diploma with Southwestern Medix in 1999. That is when she received NDAEB Certification. Simrit has been and still is an active member of the Ontario Dental Assistants Association since 2000. She enjoys hiking and traveling with her husband and two kids and loves to explore new restaurants, especially high-tea venues.
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Jessica, one of our receptionists, is one of the smiling faces you see when you arrive at the office. She graduated with honours from Medix College with a diploma as a Level 2 Dental Assistant. When she is not happily helping our patients, Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family, going to church on Sunday mornings, gardening and going on hikes.
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Naudia has been working at Torbram Dental for many years and is a valued member of our administrative team: as a dental receptionist and in our marketing team . She graduated from Everest College with honours level 1 and 2, with a diploma in Dental Assisting. Naudia is always there for our patients, making sure that they receive the care and attention they deserve. When not at the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking and indulging in civil court TV shows.
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Ramandeep has been a part of Torbram Dental for the past 10 years as certified dental assistant. She obtained her level 1 certification from Everest college in Brampton in 2013, and then her level 2 certification in 2014 from Medix college. Her career path through the clinic has been recognized by staff at all levels who admire her work ethic and dedication to million dollar smiles. In her spare time, Ramandeep enjoys cooking and gardening, and spending time with her husband and 2 kids.
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Sana is a valued member of our dental hygiene team. In 2008 she completed her education at George Brown in Dental Assisting and in 2016 she earned her diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Canadian Academy of Dental Health and Sciences. Sana has been working in dentistry since 2008 and enjoys taking care of our patients and helping them with their oral health. She is married and is busy with her 2 young children. In her spare time, Sana enjoys going out with the family, trying out new places to eat and is looking forward to travelling with them in the future.
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Sanaria has been working at Torbram Dental for many years as a valued member of our Dental Assisting Team. She completed her level 2 dental assisting certification and previously obtained a degree in Education and worked as a quality control officer in the pharmaceutical industry. When not at work Sanaria loves to bake and cook. She also loves story time and enjoying the outdoors with her children. She always sees the positive side of life, believes that nothing is impossible and that if you set a goal and work at it, that you will make your dreams come true.
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Carrie has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She graduated from George Brown College in 1998 with a Dental Assistant Diploma and continued to further her education by completing a Dental Hygiene Diploma in 2001 at Durham College. Carrie is a highly trained and experienced Registered Dental Hygienist who continues to learn and grow by updating her knowledge to provide her clients with the best Oral Health Care techniques and information. Carrie is passionate about Dentistry and is known for her gentle and compassionate manner. She feels strongly about building lasting relationships and trust with her clients to help them understand that good Oral Health leads to good Overall Health. Carrie enjoys travelling, dabbling in decorating and a good Netflix series in her time off. Carrie resides in Halton Hills with her husband and two children.
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Daniela's interest in Dentistry began in Gr.6 when she wrote a speech entitled "My Life as a Toothbrush".
A Registered Dental Hygienist with 22 years of clinical experience, Daniela still has a great passion for her career. The most rewarding aspect for her is building lasting relationships with her patients, and seeing them through to a healthier smile.
Her thorough yet gentle touch will ensure a comfortable visit every time.
Daniela is a total Foodie and loves to cook and enjoys all types of cuisines. She loves Florida, Cruises, organizing things, and most of all spending time with family and friends.
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Stephanie Enjoys getting to know all new patients at Torbram Dental and catching up with long standing Patients. Stephanie enjoys spending quality time with her family. One of her favorite things to do with her daughter is teach and play the piano. Stephanie likes going on walks with her husband and enjoys spending as much time with him as he is an Active Member of the Canadian Army. On Sundays, Stephanie enjoys going to Church and looks forward to Sunday Dinner with her entire family. Stephanie's Favorite thing to do to start her day right is head to her local Starbucks and Grab her favorite drink, an iced black tea with light lemonade on warm days and a blonde vanilla latte on those cold winter days.
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