Children’s Dentistry is a very important part of what we do here at Millwood Dental Centre. We recommend that children come in for their first visit between 2-3 years of age. We often find that a “show and tell” visit is ideal for kids to have a positive dental health experience free of anxiety and dental fear. At this appointment they get to watch their parents have their teeth cleaned, sit at the chair and perhaps undergo a visual examination if they feel comfortable.

Preventative fluorides and dental sealants can help your children remain cavity free. However, proper oral hygiene along with diet and nutrition, play an equally important role in oral health. At Millwood Dental Centre, we teach and involve your children so that they can grow cavity-free and keep their teeth cavity-free for a lifetime.

Faster and safer digital X-rays for children & adults

Digital imaging, or X-Rays, produces a high-resolution image of your teeth, bones, and surrounding soft tissues to screen for and help identify problems with the teeth, mouth, and jaw. Digital X-rays require a minimal exposure time and therefore reduce radiation exposure by up to 90 percent. The images are displayed on a computer screen in a few moments; there is no waiting for a film to be developed to produce this image.

Gum disease can be treated in many different ways, depending on the severity of the disease.

Gingivitis is an infection and an inflammation of the gums in the beginning stage. It manifests itself by bleeding gums, but without reaching the bone that supports the teeth. Without proper care and treatment, this can lead to Peridontitis, also known as Gum Disease.

Gingivitis can be treated by:

• Rigorous oral hygiene at home, including brushing regularly and flossing at least once a day. Rinsing with salt water or a disinfectant solution (Chlorhexidine, Listerine, etc.) can also be recommended.
• A dental cleaning, including tartar removal every six months to eliminate the plaque and tartar.