We encourage you to introduce your child to the dentist as soon as their very first tooth appears (usually when they are around six months old). Early visits will help your child feel relaxed about attending dental appointments. A combination of regular visits to the dentist from a young age, developing a good dental care routine at home and encouraging a healthy diet will help keep your child’s teeth in great condition for life.
Personalised treatment to keep younger smiles healthy
At Spring Shaw, we prioritise preventive care, and love seeing our younger patients, giving bespoke care and attention for lifelong good oral health. As parents, we understand you want the very best for your children’s oral health, and we’re here to help. We offer free exams for children in full time education, and 20% off any necessary treatment if parents/carers are regular patients of our practice. Book your child’s appointment today!
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Our children’s dentistry treatments
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Preventive dental care
Additional treatments can be used to give new and developing adult teeth the best chance at lasting a long time. Fissure sealants can prevent bacteria from entering the narrow grooves of young teeth, and fluoride varnishes strengthen enamel and make it more resistant to decay.
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Mouthguards
Some contact sports in school require a mouthguard. We can have custom-made mouthguards created from impressions of your child’s teeth, offering them the best protection.
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Children’s orthodontics
We monitor the development of your child’s mouth and teeth from an early age. If we have any concerns over teeth alignment as they grow, orthodontic treatments can be a great option to address any issues and enhance appearance and function.
Frequently asked questions
We recommend that children come and visit us every six months. We find that regular visits mean we rarely have to provide treatment, as we can give you and your child lots of information and advice to make sure their teeth remain free from decay and gum disease. We’re passionate about giving them the best start on their dental journey.
Try to establish a healthy diet for your children from a young age. Limit sugary food and drink to mealtimes and aim to avoid anything that contains sugar in between meals. Encourage eating and drinking everything in moderation. This includes fizzy drinks and fruit since both these things can cause erosion of the tooth enamel due to their high acid content.
Good oral hygiene will help prevent tooth decay and gum disease from developing. Children should brush their teeth twice a day with a pea sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Ask your dentist about the best way to clean your child’s teeth, and make sure you supervise brushing up to the age of seven.