Toronto classes are back on September 8, which makes the next couple of weeks a good time to book your child’s dental checkup. Getting one in before the school year begins is simpler than finding a slot once early mornings, homework, and activities fill the calendar. It also means anything small can be looked after before it has a chance to interrupt a school day.
Why it helps to go before September
Summer tends to loosen everyone’s routines, brushing included. A checkup at the end of the break is an easy way to reset those habits so your child starts the year with healthy teeth. It’s also a chance to catch a small cavity while it’s still a quick fix, rather than having it turn into a toothache partway through the term. A toothache is a hard thing to sit through in a classroom, and it often means a day at home just as the year is getting going.
Most children are due for a checkup every six months. If it’s been a while since your child’s last visit, early September is a natural time to catch up.
What a checkup involves
A regular visit is quick and low-key. Your child’s teeth are cleaned and checked for cavities, fluoride is applied to help strengthen enamel, and the dentist keeps an eye on how the teeth and jaw are developing. For school-age children, this is often when the first adult teeth are coming in, so the dentist will also check that they’re arriving in the right places with enough room. It’s a good moment to ask about anything you’ve noticed at home, too, from a loose tooth to a question about brushing.
You can read more about what’s included in preventive dentistry for children. And if your child is starting school for the first time and hasn’t seen a dentist yet, this is a good time for a first visit.
Booking before classes begin
Appointment times tend to fill up quickly toward the end of summer, especially the after-school and morning slots. If you’d like your child seen before school starts, it’s worth booking sooner rather than later.
To arrange a checkup before the new term, you can reach Superkids Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Toronto at 416-792-1155, or book an appointment online. The office is in The Junction and welcomes new patients.