Kids


You will be happy to hear that we pay particular attention to children. We believe that good habits acquired during childhood are often continued throughout one’s entire life. That's why we stress the use of gentle techniques and promote a more relaxed approach with kids. At our office, you and your family will benefit from many advantages uncommon to most dental offices, such as:

Special care to nervous patients
Our caring staff will quickly help put your child at ease by their verbal reassurance and comforting body language. Children can be distracted by watching TV, which can be found in every treatment room. For those who are more nervous, nitrous oxide (happy air) can also be used.


Truly personalized care

Our unique concept assures that you will be seen by a dentist at all your appointments. Furthermore, you will always see the same dentist, the one that you have chosen.
A reliable 24 hour emergency service
A group of dentists share the responsibility of being on call to answer your questions or to see you in an emergency situation. You can reach a dentist by calling 450-691-3131, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.


Affordable prices

For children under 10 years of age, dental exams, fillings, extractions and root canals are covered by the “Régie de l’Assurance Maladie du Québec”. All our prices are equal to or lower than those of the Quebec Dental Surgeons Association fee guide.

 
 

Information on prevention and regular dental visits for children


Are primary teeth important?
You bet they are! The primary (baby) teeth form holding pillars so the jaws can develop properly and act as a guide for the permanent teeth as they erupt into the mouth.
If the primary teeth are lost prematurely, this can cause crowding of the permanent teeth. Restoring these teeth will halt the decay process, prevent abscess formation, prevent premature loss and maintain the space needed for the adult teeth.

How can we prevent tooth decay?
Sealants are a plastic coating applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth where cavities usually begin. Children from 6 to 14 benefit the most from sealants since they can be applied to their permanent teeth as soon as they erupt, giving immediate protection before decay has a chance to start.
Because of the way sealants penetrate the tooth’s surface, cavities are completely prevented on these surfaces.

Fluoride
The professional application of a topical fluoride is proven to strengthen
the teeth and reduce the chance of developing cavities.

What is covered by health insurance?
The Régie de l’Assurance Maladie du Québec covers examinations,
x-rays, silver fillings, root canals and surgical procedures including tooth and root extractions for children under 10 years of age.


What is our policy regarding treatment?
First and foremost we want to stimulate good habits that will last a lifetime. For that reason, we will never force a child who is unwilling or unreceptive to treatment.
We will strive to keep the number of visits to a minimum and make going
to the dentist a “fun” experience.


COVERAGE OF THE RAMQ


For children under ten years, the following acts are covered by the Régie de l’Assurance Maladie du Quebec:

_ Annual check-ups
_ Amalgam fillings on the posterior teeth
_ Composite fillings on the anterior teeth
_ Stainless steel crowns
_ Pulpotomies
_ Pulpectomies
_ Root Canals on permanent teeth
_ Emergency Examinations
_ Extractions and minor surgeries

 
 

Tooth eruption chart:


Primary Teeth:

Upper Arch: Tooth # Date of Eruption
Central Incisors 51-61 6-8 months
Lateral Incisors 52-62 9 months
Canines 53-63 16-20 months
lst molars 54-64 12-16 months
2nd molars 55-65 20-30 months
 
Lower Arch :    
Central Incisors 71-81 6 months
Lateral Incisors 72-82 7 months
Canines 73-83 16-20 months
lst molars 74-84 12-16 months
2nd molars 75-85 20-30 months
 

Permanent Teeth :

Upper Arch: Tooth # Date of Eruption
Central Incisors 11-21 6-7 years
Lateral Incisors 12-22 7-8 years
Canines 13-23 10-12 years
lst premolars 14-24 9-12 years
2nd premolars 15-25 10-12 years
lst molars 16-26 6-7 years
2nd molars 17-27 12-13 years
3rd(wisdom teeth) 18-28 17-25 years
 
Lower Arch :    
Central Incisors 31-41 6-7 years
Lateral Incisors 32-42 8-9 years
Canines 33-43 9-10 years
lst premolars 34-44 10-12 years
2nd premolars 35-45 11-12 years
lst molars 36-46 6-7 years
2nd molars 37-47 12-13 years
3rd(wisdom teeth) 38-48 17-25 years