Family Dentistry: One Dentist for Your Entire Family

Family and pediatric dentists both address the dental needs of children. Both are required to have a Dental degree to serve in this field. However, family dentists treat adults and children, whereas pediatric dentists specialize in treating only children. Pediatric dentists must complete an extra two to three years’ worth of training to learn more about children’s behaviors and unique dental needs.  

Generally, dental visits should be scheduled twice annually for checkups and cleanings. Depending on the outcome of your checkup, we may request to see you more often. If you or one of your children have problems with cavities or gum disease, you may need more frequent cleanings to manage these issues. We’ll also schedule additional appointments to complete other treatments like fillings, crowns, implants, root canals, etc. you may need. 

Family dentistry focuses on preventive dental services like exams, cleanings, x-rays, and fluoride treatments, but it also covers restorative and cosmetic care, orthodontics, and periodontal therapy. Our team has experience with dental procedures like crowns and veneers, scaling and root planing, professional teeth cleaning, root canals, tooth extraction, clear aligner therapy, implants, dentures and bridges, and more.

The best way to prevent decay is to care for your teeth. Help your children establish a good oral hygiene routine when they’re small so they will maintain good oral care well into adulthood. This includes brushing twice daily, flossing daily, and rinsing your mouth with water after every meal. A healthy diet that restricts or eliminates sugary foods and drinks will help prevent cavities, as will routine dental visits and cleanings! We also offer fluoride treatments and dental sealants to reduce the risk of cavities.   

For family dentistry at its best, contact Surrey Place Dental Group, your local dental clinic near me in Surrey, BC, at (604) 969-4212.