What Is Preventative Dentistry for Children?
Preventative dentistry means keeping little teeth clean, strong, and happy! We help kids avoid cavities and toothaches by making brushing, flossing, and dental visits part of their everyday routine. It’s a team effort between the dentist, parents, and kids.
Starting early is key—when children visit the dentist from a young age, they feel more comfortable, confident, and excited about their smile.
FAQs for Grown-Ups and Kids
Why is preventative care important for children? Because baby teeth are the superheroes of your child’s smile! They help with chewing, talking, and saving space for grown-up teeth. Healthy baby teeth mean happy, strong adult teeth later on.
When should my child start going to the dentist? As soon as the first tooth appears or by their first birthday! Early visits help your child feel safe and comfortable in the dental chair.
Do dental checkups hurt? Nope! We make sure every visit is gentle and full of giggles. We show kids the tools, explain everything we do, and even let them take a peek in the mirror.
Our Fun and Friendly Pediatric Dental Services
At Dr. Tsang’s office, we’re all about smiles! Our services are designed just for kids:
Tooth-Counting Checkups
We count teeth, look for sugar bugs, and ensure your child’s teeth grow just right. These visits are full of praise, encouragement, and maybe even a prize!
Squeaky-Clean Cleanings
Our team gently brushes and polishes your child’s teeth using tasty toothpaste flavors. We show kids how to brush like pros at home and cheer them on.
Sparkly Fluoride Treatments
Fluoride is like a superhero cape for teeth! We paint it on quickly and easily to help teeth fight off cavities. It tastes good and helps keep enamel strong.
Magical Dental Sealants
Molars can be tricky! Their grooves are great at hiding sticky snacks. We paint on sealants to cover those grooves and block out the sugar bugs.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
If a cavity does sneak in, we gently clean it out and fix it with a natural-looking filling. It blends right in and helps the tooth stay strong.
Space Maintainers
If a baby tooth leaves the party early, a space maintainer can hold its spot for the grown-up tooth. It’s like saving a seat for a special guest!
Making Dental Visits a Breeze
We know kids can feel nervous about the dentist, so we do everything we can to make visits playful and positive. Our team uses kid-friendly words, gentle hands, and even a few silly jokes to help your child feel safe.
We welcome questions from parents and kids alike. Want to know what that buzzing tool does? We’ll show you! Curious about brushing techniques? We’ll teach you!
For kids who feel extra wiggly or nervous, we offer pediatric sedation options in specific cases. We’ll talk everything through with parents first, so you know exactly what to expect.
Caring for Growing Smiles in New Westminster
Dr. Tsang and her team are proud to serve the New Westminster community with pediatric dentistry that’s full of heart. We love watching our patients grow from tiny toddlers to confident teens—with bright, healthy smiles every step of the way.
We can’t wait to welcome your child to our dental family!
Meet Dr. Phoebe W. Tsang
Dr. Tsang loves helping children discover just how fun dental visits can be! She brings kindness, patience, and a gentle touch to every appointment. As a pediatric dentist, she has special training in child development, behavior, and dental care.
Read more about Dr. Tsang on our bio page.
Why Families Choose Us for Pediatric Dentistry
- We make dental care fun, not scary
- We design our office for kids—smaller tools, friendlier voices
- We teach healthy habits that last a lifetime
Preventative Dentistry in New Westminster
Help your child build a future full of healthy smiles with preventative dentistry in New Westminster! Schedule a preventative care appointment with our friendly pediatric dental team today. Visit our contact page or give us a call.
Let’s make going to the dentist the best part of your child’s day!