Cavity Prevention in Moncton
Cleanings
Your child will receive an age appropriate cleaning. If it is your child’s first time to the dentist or they are anxious, we may spend extra time letting your child get used to the dentist and assistants and having someone new brush their teeth. We will show them all the instruments and answer any questions they may have about their dental visit.
Fluoride
Fluoride has been proven to be one of many factors in helping prevent cavities. Your dentist will discuss with you your child’s risk of dental decay and develop an effective fluoride regimen that you are comfortable with.
Sealants
Sealants are thin protective resins painted on the chewing surfaces of the teeth to prevent food and bacteria from getting trapped in the deep grooves that can be hard to keep clean. Sealants are a great way to help prevent cavities.
Oral Hygiene Instructions
During your child’s visit the dentist we will discuss proper brushing and flossing technique. We will identify any areas that your child needs to work on with brushing and flossing and let them know if mom or dad still needs to help.
Nutrition Guidance
Diet is an important factor in cavity prevention. We will discuss dietary habits, any special dietary restrictions and come up with a plan to help you and your child make more dentally conscious choices.
Oral Habits
Pediatric dentists recommend children stop using a pacifier or sucking their thumb by age 3 to reduce (but not prevent) the likelihood that your child will need braces down the road. We will discuss ways to help make that transition as easy as possible.
Fillings
Composite bonded fillings are an alternative to traditional metal fillings. These tooth-coloured fillings restore and protect teeth that have been damaged by decay, and they’re virtually unnoticeable once they’re in place.
Crowns
Crowns are used to restore an entire tooth from the gumline up. Also called dental caps, crowns completely restore the appearance and function of a damaged tooth. We offer crowns made from a variety of materials to suit your needs and budget.
Bridges
If you’re missing one or more teeth, it can affect your ability to speak or eat, and your remaining natural teeth could begin to shift position. A dental bridge provides a functional replacement for missing teeth. A bridge will restore the appearance and function of your teeth, and it will stabilize your remaining teeth to prevent them from shifting position. Bridges are made up of one or more artificial replacement teeth that are affixed to your natural teeth on either side of the gap left by the missing teeth.