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Make children’s dental care a priority for lifelong health with gentle dentistry for kids in Mississauga

Since an estimated 50 percent of all cases of advanced gum disease have a genetic component, Dentistry on 10 enjoys getting to know each family, and their respective risks and susceptibility. Dr. Rina Kotecha and her team want to see you and your children early and often to minimise any risks with preventive care. Just because your parent had periodontitis doesn’t mean tooth loss is in your future. Likewise, it’s important to model good behaviour for your little one. All dental journeys ideally start very young, usually between the ages of 6 to 12 months when the first tooth erupts, with children’s dental care in Mississauga, ON at Dentistry on 10.

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Dentistry for Kids: They’re not just small adults!

Dr. Kotecha and her team understand how to speak with young patients in a way that motivates them to maintain healthy habits. Moreover, the team enjoys working with kids. They love that patients look forward to visiting the dentist! Most dental fear and phobia stems from negative experiences in early childhood. Those patients grow into adults who are so fearful of the dentist that they only visit when they absolutely must, usually when pain becomes unbearable. With every visit, Dentistry on 10 creates the positive memories that add up to proactive care necessary for oral health later. Little patients get “exclusive” benefits; for instance, no cavities at their six-month recall visits entitle them to the Cavity Free Kids Club. They’ll get special prizes, membership certificates, and have their photos taken and displayed for all to see as a reward and to encourage their peers who are struggling with oral care.

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The parent’s role

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The earliest dental visits are about getting your little one comfortable with the office, and about using proper techniques to clean young gums as well as habits to avoid. The term “baby bottle decay” refers to the habit of parents filling bottles with sugary beverages such as juice, which promotes early tooth decay. Baby teeth matter. Yes, they fall out. But they also guide adult teeth into proper position. Permanent teeth may grow in crooked or develop other complications as the result of early tooth loss.

While some families have a greater susceptibility to developing gum disease than others, all families have the potential to “pass down” bad habits through the generations. If you keep up good habits, chances are your kids will do the same. Several studies have linked inadequate hygiene and poor diet in the first two years of life to tooth decay later, so it’s important to establish a healthy foundation of home care and professional recall appointments as advised by Dr. Kotecha. Introducing your child to a wide range of nutritious fruits and vegetables also nurtures both oral health and overall wellbeing.

As your family’s health partners, Dentistry on 10 may suggest other preventive products and approaches as a complement and not a substitute for good home care, including:

  • Sealants or plastic coatings that prevent food from getting trapped in decay-prone back teeth.
  • Fluoride treatments to prevent the development of cavities and plaque build-up.
  • Customised dental appliances to reduce the risk of tooth, jaw, and head injuries among little athletes.

Oral health is a family affair. Dr. Kotecha and the team look forward to seeing your family. Call (905) 455-9262 to schedule a visit.

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Meet Dr. Rina Kotecha

Dr. Rina Kotecha is a graduate of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. She possesses 19 years of expertise in the dentistry field specializing in general dentistry. She has further qualifications from the MGE Executive Training Program and Master Implant Training Program while holding certification in Soft Tissue Management Program by DenMat. She completed the Rondeau Seminars in Level I Orthodontics and she is an active member of the Ontario Dental Association and Ontario Dental Implant Network.