Going to the dentist

It is recommended that children should go to the dentist with their parents as young as possible. You should then take your children to the dentist regularly, at least once a year. This will let them get used to the noises, smells and surroundings of the dental practice, helping prepare them for future visits. The earlier these visits to the dentist begin, the more relaxed the children will be. Painless check-ups also help to encourage good co-operation when your child is older.

Some children have very deep fissures (crevices) in their permanent back teeth. These can be difficult to keep clean. These fissures can be sealed with a resin film to protect the surface from decay.

Fissure sealants are quick and painless to apply. Fissure sealants can last for several years but regular visits to the dentist are needed to check that they have not worn through.

Fluoride supplements

If your area doesn't have fluoridated water, or your child's teeth are particularly vulnerable, your dentist may recommend extra fluoride in the form of tablets, drops or mouthwashes. You should give these to your child several hours before or after tooth brushing, following your dentist's instructions.

Mouthguards

A properly fitted mouth guard can help prevent broken teeth and injuries to the lips, tongue, face or jaw

Our mouth guards are made on a cast of your teeth. As they are specially fitted for your child's mouth, it offers much more protection than something bought off the shelf. They also cause much less interference with speaking or breathing and provide the best fit.

To help us provide very gentle treatment to children, we have invested in technology called "Healozone"

What is Healozone?

Healozone is a device that delivers Ozone in a controlled manner for use in Dental procedures.

Healozone converts oxygen into Ozone.

The ozone is then pumped through a tube and a handpiece with special silicone cups. This provides an airtight seal.

There absolutely no sensation as the ozone gently bathes the infected area. In twenty seconds, 99.9% of the caries (decay) producing bacteria are eliminated. The ozone is pumped away, broken down into oxygen again-and the tooth is caries-free without pain. It is as simple as that.

DIAGNOdent Caries Detector

The DIAGNOdent can find cavities that other dental instruments can miss.

The device is designed as an adjunct to a traditional oral examination in the detection of occlusal decay. Teeth that are suspicious for caries are ideal candidates for survey with the device.

Key Benefits

• A laser examination tool for the early detection of caries. • Even very small lesions can be detected at the earliest stages.
• Over 90% accurate!
• Earlier treatment - Better outcomes!