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Your Child's First Smile Starts Here
At SmileTown Dentistry Burnaby in Burnaby, we prioritize creating a welcoming environment for children to foster positive dental experiences. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in pediatric dental care, offering services ranging from general hygiene to orthodontic interventions. With a focus on personalized treatment plans, we address each child's unique needs while emphasizing preventive care and education. Our practice combines a playful atmosphere with rigorous sterilization standards to ensure safety and comfort.We utilize advanced techniques like Silver Diamine Fluoride for non-invasive cavity treatment and provide sedation options for anxious patients. By encouraging early dental visits and consistent check-ups, we aim to establish lifelong oral health habits. Our commitment to community education is reflected in resources like our free Kids' Activity Booklet, designed to demystify dental visits for young patients.
Services
General Dentistry
Orthodontics
Sedation Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Baby Care
Highlights and features
- We offer a child-centric environment with playful waiting areas and experienced pediatric specialists
- Our team provides personalized care plans tailored to each child's developmental needs
- We implement non-invasive treatments like Silver Diamine Fluoride for cavity management
- We offer safe sedation options for anxious or special needs patients
- Our practice follows strict sterilization protocols exceeding industry standards
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Dental Association
What people say
Fun atmosphere
Gentle care
Child-friendly staff
Effective sedation options
Educational resources
Services
General Dentistry
Our general dentistry services focus on preventive care for children, including cleanings, fillings, and habit-breaking interventions. We emphasize early detection of dental issues through regular check-ups while teaching proper oral hygiene techniques. Our approach combines child-friendly methods with professional care to establish lifelong dental health habits.
Orthodontics
Early orthodontic evaluation helps identify potential alignment issues before they become complex. We provide interceptive treatments to guide proper jaw development and tooth eruption. Our specialists recommend initial assessments around age seven to optimize future orthodontic outcomes while minimizing the need for extensive interventions.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer safe sedation options for children requiring additional support during dental procedures. Services include nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and general anesthesia administered by trained professionals. These methods ensure comfortable treatment experiences while maintaining strict safety protocols for pediatric patients.
Oral Hygiene
Our hygiene services emphasize proper brushing and flossing techniques tailored to children's developmental stages. We provide age-appropriate education on maintaining oral health through regular cleanings and home care guidance. The practice follows Canadian Dental Association recommendations for biannual check-ups and preventive treatments.
Baby Care
Specialized care for infants and toddlers focuses on early dental development monitoring. We guide parents through teething processes, proper feeding practices, and cavity prevention strategies. The practice recommends initial dental visits within six months of first tooth eruption to establish preventive care foundations.
People
Dr. Chander
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Chander combines hospital experience with pediatric dental expertise, focusing on compassionate care for young patients. He specializes in creating positive dental experiences through personalized treatment approaches.
Questions
When should children first visit the dentist?
The Canadian Dental Association recommends visits within six months of first tooth eruption or by age one.
What services do you offer for anxious children?
We provide nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and general anesthesia options administered by trained pediatric specialists.
How do you handle dental emergencies?
We offer urgent care for toothaches, broken teeth, and oral injuries with immediate attention prioritized for young patients.
What preventive care measures do you recommend?
Biannual check-ups, proper brushing techniques, dietary guidance, and Silver Diamine Fluoride treatments for cavity prevention.
Do you treat special needs children?
Yes, our team has experience adapting care approaches for children with special needs using specialized sedation and communication techniques.
How do you educate children about dental hygiene?
Through interactive demonstrations, age-appropriate explanations, and our free educational activity booklet for home practice reinforcement.
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