Business Details
15 Years
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Emergency
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Your Child's Dental Home in Coquitlam
Coquitlam Childrens Dentistry was founded in 2011 by Dr. Christine Kim, a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training from Boston University and the Hospital for Sick Children. Our practice specializes in creating positive dental experiences for children through personalized care, evidence-based treatments, and comprehensive education for both patients and families. We employ specialized techniques to address pediatric dental trauma, special needs care, and anxiety management while maintaining strict adherence to clinical excellence standards set by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.Our team combines decades of pediatric-specific expertise with a nurturing approach that emphasizes preventive care, fluoride treatments, and early orthodontic assessments. We maintain active clinical instruction roles at the University of British Columbia to ensure our practice remains at the forefront of pediatric dental advancements while serving the Tri-Cities area with a commitment to community oral health education.
Services
Pediatric Dental Exams
Preventive Care
Sedation Dentistry
Emergency Dental Care
Orthodontic Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified pediatric dental specialists with advanced training
- Our team has over 15 years of combined experience in pediatric dentistry
- We provide specialized care for children with special healthcare needs
- Our practice maintains active clinical teaching roles at UBC's dental school
- We implement evidence-based sedation techniques for anxious patients
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- Royal College of Dentists of Canada
- Canadian Dental Association
- College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia
What people say
Gentle approach
Child-friendly environment
Effective anxiety management
Skilled specialists
Positive experiences
Services
Pediatric Dental Care
Our pediatric dental care services focus on creating positive dental experiences for children through specialized techniques and anxiety management. We provide comprehensive examinations, preventive treatments, and restorative care tailored to each child's developmental stage. Our board-certified specialists use child-friendly communication methods to ensure comfortable visits while educating families about proper oral hygiene practices.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer safe sedation options including nitrous oxide and general anesthesia for anxious patients or complex procedures. Our sedation protocols follow strict safety guidelines while ensuring comfortable experiences. This service benefits children with dental phobias, special needs, or extensive treatment requirements, allowing comprehensive care in a single visit while minimizing stress for both patients and families.
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive care program includes fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and personalized hygiene instruction. We emphasize early intervention and education to establish lifelong oral health habits. Regular checkups every six months help detect issues early, while our team provides practical guidance for parents on proper brushing techniques, dietary recommendations, and injury prevention strategies specific to each child's needs.
Special Needs Dentistry
We provide specialized dental care for children with developmental disabilities or complex medical conditions. Our team has advanced training in managing patients with special healthcare needs, employing adaptive techniques and customized treatment plans. This service ensures all children receive appropriate preventive care and dental treatments in a supportive environment that accommodates individual requirements while promoting optimal oral health outcomes.
Emergency Dental Care
Our practice offers urgent care services for dental trauma, infections, and other emergency situations. We prioritize timely treatment for children experiencing pain or injuries while maintaining a calming environment. Our team handles common emergencies like knocked-out teeth, fractures, and abscesses using specialized pediatric techniques, ensuring prompt relief while minimizing anxiety through our established patient-centered approach.
People
Christine N. Kim
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Kim is a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training from Boston University and the Hospital for Sick Children. She has practiced in Coquitlam since 2011, combining clinical excellence with child-friendly care while maintaining teaching roles at UBC's dental school.
Mary
Administration
With nearly 20 years in pediatric dentistry, Mary has been integral to Coquitlam Childrens Dentistry since its founding. She combines clinical and administrative expertise to ensure smooth operations while building lasting relationships with patients and families.
Charlene
Administration
Charlene manages front desk operations with a focus on patient experience. She creates welcoming interactions for families while coordinating appointments and administrative processes, contributing to the practice's family-like atmosphere since joining the team.
Shelee
Certified Dental Assistant
With decades of dental experience, Shelee specializes in pediatric care. She creates positive interactions during treatments while educating children about oral health, drawing on extensive experience to help young patients feel comfortable throughout their dental visits.
Carmina
Certified Dental Assistant
Carmina joined the team in 2018 after completing her training at Vancouver Community College. She focuses on making dental visits enjoyable for children while supporting comprehensive care. Her approach combines technical skills with creating positive experiences that help children develop healthy dental habits.
Questions
When should my child's first dental visit occur?
Schedule your child's first visit when their first tooth erupts, typically around six months old, following Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines.
What makes pediatric dentists different from general dentists?
Pediatric dentists complete additional specialized training focusing exclusively on children's dental development, behavior management, and treatment of special needs patients.
How do you handle anxious or fearful children?
We use positive reinforcement techniques, child-friendly explanations, and offer sedation options to help anxious children receive necessary care comfortably and safely.
What preventive treatments do you recommend?
We emphasize regular checkups every six months, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and personalized hygiene instruction tailored to each child's developmental stage.
How do you accommodate children with special needs?
Our team has advanced training in adaptive care techniques and creates customized treatment plans to ensure children with special healthcare needs receive appropriate dental care.
What should I do for a dental emergency?
Contact us immediately for urgent dental issues - we prioritize emergency cases and provide specific instructions to manage the situation before your child's appointment.
