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A mouth full of changes

Pediatric Dentistry for Riverbend Residents

Loose teeth, gaps and big new front teeth can raise plenty of questions. At our McPhillips Street clinic, we track how your child’s teeth and bite are developing.

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The in-between years

Baby Teeth, New Teeth and Riverbend Kids

Around the time the tooth fairy starts making regular visits, many parents have questions. Why is that new tooth crooked? Does a cavity matter in a tooth that’s about to fall out? Is that thumb habit going to affect anything?

Riverbend parents asking these things can bring them to Winnipeg North Dental, at our clinic on McPhillips Street in Winnipeg. School-age visits are a chance to monitor permanent teeth as they arrive, check how the bite is forming and catch problems in the teeth still waiting to fall out.

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Illustrative image: a school-age child at a dental check-up.

Baby teeth have work to do

They help with chewing and speaking, and they save a spot for the teeth coming next.

Eyes on the bite

Regular monitoring shows how jaws and teeth are lining up as your child grows.

Habits on the radar

Thumb sucking and pacifier use are worth mentioning, whatever your child’s age.

What’s being monitored

Two sets of teeth, one growing child.

During these years, a mouth holds both primary and permanent teeth. Care needs to consider both, and recommendations depend on what an assessment shows.

Teeth on their way out

A tooth that’s scheduled to fall out someday can still cause trouble today.

  • Decay or infection can bring pain and interfere with daily life.
  • Spacing matters, since these teeth hold room for what comes after.
  • If treatment is needed, the dentist explains the reasons and your options.

Teeth on their way in

New permanent molars and front teeth bring fresh opportunities for protection.

  • Watching eruption and how the bite is coming together.
  • Sealants on deep grooves of suitable molars, when recommended.
  • Fluoride based on age, tooth development and risk.
  • Tips for brushing newly erupted teeth at the back of the mouth.

Children’s teeth come in at different times, so a difference from a friend or sibling doesn’t mean anything’s wrong on its own. Your child’s assessment is what counts.

A typical school-age visit

Checking on what has changed since last time.

Children this age often like to know what’s going on, and some enjoy counting along. We adjust based on their comfort, as with any age.

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  1. 01

    Catch up

    Tell us about wobbly teeth, new arrivals, sore spots or anything else your child has pointed out at home.

  2. 02

    Count and check

    The dentist counts and inspects the teeth, gums and bite, explaining as much as your child wishes to know.

  3. 03

    Protect the new arrivals

    Depending on age and risk, the appointment might include cleaning, fluoride, sealant discussion or necessary X-rays.

  4. 04

    Share the takeaways

    Parents hear what’s developing well and what deserves watching, and we suggest a recall interval that fits.

Before you head over

Bring the questions from the bathroom mirror.

School-age kids often notice changes first. Ask them if anything feels strange or sore, and keep any talk about the visit relaxed: the dentist will be counting how many teeth they have and looking after them.

To plan ahead for fees, ask the clinic about estimates and how your plan handles children’s care; the answer depends on the services and your coverage.

Things to mention at the visit

  • Teeth that feel loose, sore or seem to be coming in at an odd angle.
  • Any thumb sucking or pacifier use that’s still going on.
  • Recent bumps or falls affecting the mouth.
  • Allergies and the medications your child is taking.
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Waiting area at Winnipeg North Dental with a bench and a small child-sized chair

Our clinic on McPhillips Street, ready for curious visitors.

Curious kids welcome

Children this age often like an explanation.

Being told what’s going on can turn a dental visit into something interesting. We’re glad to explain in age-appropriate terms and take our time when questions arise.

Questions from your child

A child who asks what something does can be told, and a straightforward answer tends to help.

Wobbly-tooth worries

If a loose tooth makes your child protective of their mouth, say so, and we’ll take care around it.

A signal to stop

It can help to agree on a way your child can ask for a break during the appointment.

Growing independence

Handing over the toothbrush, gradually.

These are the years children want to do it themselves, though they may still leave plenty behind. We’ll suggest how to step back while keeping an eye on results.

01

Reach the back molars

New teeth far back in the mouth are easy to miss, so ask us for help in showing your child how to get to them.

02

Adults still check

Your dentist can advise how much supervision still makes sense for your child’s age and skill.

03

Keep tabs on the bite

Monitoring continues at intervals chosen for your child, so changes get noticed over time.

Worried about a tooth that’s appearing behind a baby tooth, or anything else? Ring (204) 338-3003 and ask.

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Winnipeg North Dental

Unit-5 2358 Mcphillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6
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Your child’s appointment

Riverbend Kids Are Seen at Our Winnipeg Clinic

Riverbend children receive their care at Winnipeg North Dental, Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6. The directions link is available when you’re ready to plan the trip.

After you’ve sent your request, the clinic follows up to work out a time. Until they do, please treat your request as a request and not a reservation.

Questions about coverage?

Talk with our team before your visit or learn about CDCP.

A little clarity before your visit

Your questions, answered.

Helpful details about pediatric dentistry in Riverbend.

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How do Riverbend parents make a request for a school-age child?

Our form is on this page, and our phone number is (204) 338-3003. The clinic on McPhillips Street answers requests and sets up the time with you.

Why fix a cavity in a tooth that’s going to fall out?

Baby teeth support eating, speech and confidence and keep space for permanent ones. Decay left there can still mean pain or infection, so have the dentist assess it and explain your options.

My child’s new front teeth look crooked. Is that normal?

Teeth often shift while a mouth is still developing, yet only an examination can say what is happening in your child’s case. Bite development is something we monitor at these visits.

Does thumb sucking matter once permanent teeth come in?

Mention it, along with any pacifier use, whatever your child’s age. Having that information helps the dentist give you guidance suited to your child’s development.

When would sealants be recommended?

They’re considered based on age, tooth development and cavity risk, for suitable molars with deep grooves. We’ll tell you the reason if we think they’d be worthwhile.

My child chipped a tooth playing. What should I do?

Call us quickly with a description of what happened, as the form isn’t for urgent matters. Seek emergency medical help first if there’s serious facial injury, breathing difficulty, uncontrollable bleeding or a loss of consciousness.

Loose teeth and all

Have those growing teeth looked at.

Put in a request at our Winnipeg clinic, and the team will contact you about scheduling your child’s visit.

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