Pediatric Dentistry

Gentle, Expert Dental Care for Infants to Teens

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Pediatric Dentistry

Your child deserves the very best dental care in a welcoming, anxiety-free environment. Our specialized pediatric dentistry services combine advanced treatment options with a kid-friendly approach that makes dental visits enjoyable rather than frightening. From the moment your child walks through our doors, they experience gentle care from team members who truly understand how to work with young patients.

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Why Specialized Pediatric Dental Care Matters

Children's teeth are not just small adult teeth—they require specialized knowledge and techniques. Primary (baby) teeth serve as placeholders for permanent teeth while also helping with proper jaw development and nutrition. Pediatric dentistry focuses on prevention, early detection of problems, and age-appropriate treatments that support healthy oral development.

Our pediatric specialists understand child psychology and behavior guidance techniques that transform fearful children into confident patients. We use the latest sedation options to ensure comfort during complex procedures, with board-certified anesthesiologists providing hospital-grade safety standards. Whether your child needs a simple cleaning or specialized treatment like serial extraction or frenectomy, our team delivers expert care tailored to their unique developmental stage.

Making Dentistry Anxiety-Free for Every Child

Complete sedation options designed for your child's comfort

Oral Sedation

Gentle medication administered by mouth to help anxious children relax during treatment while remaining conscious and responsive.

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Nitrous Oxide

A mild, safe sedative gas that reduces anxiety and creates a pleasant experience. Your child wakes up immediately after treatment.

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IV Sedation

Deeper sedation administered intravenously for more extensive procedures. Board-certified anesthesiologists monitor vital signs throughout.

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General Anesthesia

Complete unconsciousness for complex cases. Hospital-grade safety protocols and monitoring ensure your child's wellbeing at every moment.

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Complete Care for Growing Smiles

Comprehensive services from first teeth to permanent smile

Preventive Care

Professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants to protect developing teeth from decay.

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Diagnostic Services

Digital X-rays and careful examinations to identify issues early, preventing more complex problems later.

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Restorative Treatments

Tooth-colored fillings, crowns, and other restorations that restore function and natural appearance.

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Emergency Care

Fast, compassionate treatment for knocked-out teeth, broken teeth, and other dental emergencies.

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Specialized Treatments for Children's Unique Needs

Advanced procedures delivered by experienced pediatric specialists

Serial Extraction

Strategic removal of primary and permanent teeth to guide proper eruption and optimize bite development.

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Frenectomy

Surgical removal of an overly restrictive frenum to improve tongue mobility and speech development.

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Pulpotomy

Partial removal of the tooth's pulp to save a tooth with deep decay while preserving function.

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Pulpectomy

Complete removal of infected pulp tissue to eliminate pain and save the primary tooth.

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Space Maintainers

Custom devices that preserve space for permanent teeth when primary teeth are lost prematurely.

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Habit Appliances

Corrective devices to help children overcome thumb-sucking and tongue-thrusting habits.

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Esthetic Strip Crowns

Tooth-colored crowns for primary teeth that restore appearance and function naturally.

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Supernumerary Tooth Removal

Safe extraction of extra teeth that interfere with normal tooth development and eruption.

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Your Comfort Is Our Priority

Our experienced team combines advanced techniques with genuine compassion. Every treatment plan is personalized to your child's needs, and sedation options ensure their complete comfort throughout the process.

Your Child's First Dental Visit

We recommend scheduling your child's first dental visit by age one or within six months of the first tooth erupting. This early visit allows us to establish healthy habits, answer your questions about oral care, and ensure everything is developing normally.

During the first visit, we focus on making your child feel comfortable and safe. We'll do a gentle examination, discuss dietary habits and oral hygiene routines, and answer all your questions as a parent. There's no judgment here—just expert guidance to help your child develop a healthy relationship with dental care. We understand that some children are nervous, and we have plenty of time and patience to help them feel at ease.

Caring for Children with Special Needs

Children with autism, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, sensory sensitivities, or other special needs deserve compassionate, specialized dental care. Our team has extensive experience working with children who require extra patience, modified communication, or behavioral support.

We offer longer appointment times, quieter treatment environments, and sedation options that make dental care accessible and comfortable. Our dentists take time to understand each child's unique needs and communication style, creating a personalized approach that respects their individual challenges. We work closely with parents and caregivers to ensure continuity of care and to address any specific health or behavioral considerations.

Dental Emergencies in Children

Dental emergencies happen—a tooth knocked out during sports, a sudden toothache, or a broken tooth from a fall. We offer emergency appointments and rapid response to help your child feel better quickly.

For a knocked-out permanent tooth, rinse it gently with water and place it back in the socket if possible, or keep it in milk and bring it to us immediately. For primary teeth, don't reinsert—just control bleeding and come see us. For any emergency, call us right away at (613) 482-0501. Our compassionate team will calm your child and address the problem with skill and care, often saving teeth and preventing long-term complications.

Affordable Pediatric Dental Care

$75 – $500 CAD

Most pediatric dental procedures are covered by dental insurance plans.

We also accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and offer flexible payment options.

Contact us for a detailed estimate based on your child's specific needs.

Pricing varies by procedure complexity and sedation requirements. We provide transparent estimates before treatment begins.

What Parents Say About Us

★★★★★ 5.0 out of 5 stars · 300+ reviews

Our patients consistently rate us 5 stars for gentle, anxiety-free care. Read verified patient experiences on Google.

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Expert Pediatric Dentistry with Comfort-First Care

Why families across Ottawa choose us for their children's dental care

Board-certified pediatric dental specialists with extensive experience treating infants through teens
Full range of sedation options including oral sedation, nitrous oxide, IV sedation, and general anesthesia
Hospital-grade safety protocols with board-certified anesthesiologists monitoring every procedure
Kid-friendly environment designed to make dental visits enjoyable and stress-free
Specialized care for children with autism, sensory sensitivities, and developmental needs
Complete pediatric services from preventive cleanings to advanced procedures like frenectomy and serial extraction
Same-day emergency appointments available for dental injuries and urgent toothaches
Transparent pricing with insurance billing, CDCP acceptance, and flexible payment options
Gentle behavior guidance techniques that build lifelong positive dental habits
Referring dentists trust us for complex pediatric cases — learn about our referral program

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