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Children’s Dentistry in Selkirk
First visits, cleanings, sealants, fillings and help with habits or injuries. Selkirk families can find children’s dental care at our Port Dover office.
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Explore care for Selkirk patientsGrowing smiles, steady support
Dental care that keeps pace with your child.
Children’s dental needs change quickly, from the first tooth to the arrival of permanent molars and beyond. This page gathers our children’s services so Selkirk parents can find information about routine visits, prevention, treatment, bite development and what to do if an injury or toothache happens.
Appointments take place at our Port Dover office, where the team paces visits to suit each child. You are welcome to share your child’s worries, routines or sensory needs before booking, so the first steps feel familiar rather than rushed.
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Getting started & regular visits
Early appointments, routine exams and cleanings help children become comfortable with the dental office while their teeth are checked.
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Child’s First Appointment
Planning a first dental visit for a young child in Selkirk? Here is how to prepare, what happens and what parents can ask at our Port Dover dental office.
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Children’s Dental Exams
Regular dental exams track how a child’s teeth, bite and habits develop. Selkirk families can book children’s checkups with our Port Dover dental team.
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Teeth Cleanings for Kids
Gentle professional cleanings help keep children’s teeth and gums healthy. Selkirk parents can book kids’ hygiene visits at our Port Dover dental office.
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Pediatric Treatment Education
Children cope better when they understand what treatment involves. Selkirk families can learn how our Port Dover team explains care to kids and parents.
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Dental Care for Anxious Children
When a child is scared of the dentist, preparation and pacing help. Selkirk parents can plan calmer visits with our Port Dover dental team.
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Preventing and treating cavities
Sealants, fluoride, fillings and mouthguards help protect young teeth from decay and injury.
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Sealants and Fluoride Treatment
Sealants protect deep grooves in back teeth and fluoride strengthens enamel. Selkirk parents can ask whether these preventive steps suit their child in Port Dover.
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Children’s Cavity Treatment
A cavity in a baby tooth still matters. Selkirk parents can learn how decay is assessed, treated and prevented for children at our Port Dover dental office.
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Tooth-Coloured Fillings for Children
Tooth-coloured fillings can repair cavities in children’s teeth while blending in. Selkirk parents can learn what the visit involves at our Port Dover office.
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Children’s Sports Mouthguards
Hockey, soccer, lacrosse or baseball? Selkirk parents can ask about custom-fitted sports mouthguards for children at our Port Dover dental office.
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Growth, spacing & habits
Monitor how teeth come in, hold space after early tooth loss and get gentle guidance on habits that affect the bite.
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Space Maintainers
When a baby tooth is lost early, a space maintainer may hold room for the adult tooth. Selkirk parents can ask whether one is needed at our Port Dover office.
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Early Orthodontic Assessments
Some bite and spacing concerns are easier to address while a child is growing. Selkirk parents can book an early orthodontic assessment in Port Dover.
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Thumb Sucking and Oral Habit Guidance
Thumb sucking, pacifiers and other habits can affect developing teeth. Selkirk parents can get gentle, age-appropriate guidance from our Port Dover dental team.
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Urgent help for a child
What to do first when a child has a knocked tooth, swelling or a painful toothache, and when to call.
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Urgent care information for everyone
Guidance on pain, infection, broken teeth and injuries that applies to parents and older children alike.
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Emergency Dentistry
From sudden tooth pain to a broken crown, urgent dental problems need clear next steps. Selkirk residents can call our Port Dover office for guidance.
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Emergency Dental Exams
An emergency dental exam focuses on one urgent problem such as pain, swelling or a damaged tooth. Selkirk patients can call our Port Dover office first.
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Same-Day Emergency Appointments
Need urgent dental care today? Selkirk patients should call our Port Dover office early. Same-day visits depend on availability and the nature of the problem.
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Severe Toothache Treatment
Throbbing or constant tooth pain usually has a cause that needs treatment. Selkirk patients can learn what to do at home and when to call our Port Dover office.
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Broken or Chipped Tooth Repair
Chipped a tooth on something hard? Learn how Selkirk patients can protect the tooth, describe the damage and arrange assessment at our Port Dover office.
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Knocked-Out Tooth Treatment
A knocked-out adult tooth needs fast, careful handling. Selkirk patients can learn how to store the tooth and why to call our Port Dover office right away.
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Dental Abscess Treatment
Throbbing pain, a gum boil or swelling can signal a dental abscess. Selkirk patients should call our Port Dover office promptly to arrange assessment.
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Emergency Tooth Extractions
When a painful, broken or infected tooth cannot be saved, urgent removal may be advised. Selkirk patients can call our Port Dover office to discuss options.
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Lost Filling or Crown Repair
A filling or crown that falls out leaves the tooth exposed. Selkirk patients can learn how to protect it and when to call our Port Dover office for repair.
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Facial Swelling and Dental Infection Care
Swelling of the face or gums can mean a dental infection. Selkirk patients can learn which signs need hospital care and when to call our Port Dover office.
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Dental Trauma Treatment
A fall, collision or sports hit can loosen, push or break teeth. Selkirk residents can learn what to do first and how follow-up works in Port Dover.
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Tell us what you have noticed.
A spot on a tooth, a habit that will not stop or a fear of the dentist are all good reasons to call. Share your child’s age and what concerns you, and the team will suggest a suitable appointment.
Planning your visit from Selkirk
Bringing children from Selkirk.
Choose a time of day when your child is usually rested, and ask whether siblings can be seen close together. Bring health information, any previous dental records and a comfort item if it helps your child settle.
Appointments take place at our Port Dover office. When requesting a time, let us know you are coming from Selkirk and ask about the expected visit length.
Port Dover Family Dentistry
697 Norfolk County Hwy 6, Unit 2, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N2519-583-2929Directions from Selkirk (opens in a new tab)Office hours & contact detailsBefore you book
Children’s dentistry questions
Have a question about your situation? Our team can help you plan a visit.
When should my child first see a dentist?
Many families book around the time the first tooth appears or by the first birthday. If your child is older and has not had a visit yet, you can still book. Early visits focus on comfort, prevention and advice for parents.
Can parents stay with their child during the visit?
Yes, especially with younger children. The team can suggest what usually works best for your child’s age and comfort. Your calm presence is often reassuring, and you will hear the findings and advice directly.
Is children’s care provided in Selkirk?
No. These pages are for Selkirk families, but all children’s appointments take place at our office at 697 Norfolk County Highway 6, Unit 2, in Port Dover.