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.