Does the CDCP Cover Braces & Orthodontic Care?
Orthodontic care and braces are not currently covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) but some orthodontic care will be covered in 2025. The criteria for orthodontic coverage is strict so everyone won’t be able to get it. The CDCP Roll Out The CDCP became available to senior citizens in May 2023. Other phases […]
8 Tips to Help Kids Overcome Fear of Dentists
It’s natural for children to have some fears about going to the dentist, especially if they have never been before. Parental actions influence how well your child handles the stress of a dental visit. Children can do well in a dentist’s office if they’re prepped before the visit. There are 8 tips to help kids […]
Pediatric or General Dentist: What’s Best for Your Child?
Every parent wants the best for their child. That includes oral health care. Parents have the added responsibility and stress of finding a dentist that their child feels comfortable with and an office where they aren’t afraid to go for exams and procedures. It can be challenging. One of the first decisions parents will need […]
Is Laughing Gas Safe for Kids?
Parents are always rightfully concerned about their children anytime they undergo a procedure. Dental procedures carry less risk than other medical procedures and are typically routine but sedation may pose new worries. Laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, is one of four types of sedation available to dentists. The others are oral medication, an IV drip […]
What types of treatments do pediatric dentists provide?
People don’t often think about taking children to the dentist until they start getting their permanent teeth but it is a practice that should be a part of an oral health care plan. Pediatric dentists can treat both younger and older children so that is a good place to start. Pediatric dentists are trained to […]
