Kids Dentist in Calgary
Healthy smiles start early. We offer gentle, friendly dental care that helps children feel at ease and builds habits that last a lifetime.
Gentle Dental Care for Children at Every Stage
Our family-focused practice creates a welcoming environment where children feel at ease. If you are looking for a kids dentist in Calgary SW, our team takes the time to explain every step in simple words, so your child knows what to expect and feels safe in the chair.
Starting dental visits early lets us monitor your child's development, catch small problems while they are easy to treat and help prevent future orthodontic and oral health issues. We also take time to educate children and parents, helping build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Care for Every Age and Stage
- Toddlers: a first visit that is short, friendly and focused on getting comfortable.
- Young children: gentle exams and cleanings, plus sealants and fluoride to protect new teeth.
- School-age children: monitoring of growing teeth and advice on healthy habits.
- Teens: orthodontic evaluations and custom sports guards for active kids.
What Is Included
- Kid-friendly exams and gentle cleanings.
- Digital X-rays when needed, to check teeth that cannot be seen.
- Sealants and fluoride treatment to protect against cavities.
- Tooth-coloured fillings if a cavity is found.
- Custom sports guards for children who play sports.
- Orthodontic evaluations for teens.
- Preventive education at every appointment.
Why Choose Olympic Park Smiles Dental for Your Child
- Familiar, comfortable care: building a relationship with the same dental team over the years helps children feel safe, especially anxious ones.
- Early intervention: monitoring your child's dental development from an early age helps prevent future issues.
- One practice for everyone: you can schedule siblings and parents together, which saves your family time.
- A three-doctor team: Dr. Lissandre Colbran, Dr. Brendan Kalin and Dr. Kevin Kalin.
- A 4.9 Google rating from more than 120 five-star reviews.
What to Expect at Your Child's First Visit
- 01A warm welcome. We say hello, show your child around and let them get comfortable.
- 02A gentle look. Your dentist counts and checks your child's teeth and gums, often with a parent close by.
- 03A simple cleaning. We clean your child's teeth, and we explain what we are doing in friendly words.
- 04Tips for home. We show you and your child how to brush and floss, and answer your questions.
- 05A positive finish. We end on a high note and plan the next visit.
Healthy Habits at Home
- Brush twice a day with a small smear of fluoride toothpaste, and help younger children until they can do it well on their own.
- Start flossing as soon as two teeth touch.
- Limit sugary snacks and juice, and offer water between meals.
- Avoid putting a child to bed with a bottle of milk or juice.
- Keep up regular check-ups, about every six months.
Related Treatments
- Dental Sealants and Fluoride Treatment: protection against cavities for growing teeth.
- Teeth Cleaning and Check-Ups: routine care to keep every smile healthy.
- Night Guards and Sports Guards: custom protection for active kids.
- Tooth Fillings: tooth-coloured repairs for cavities.
- Family Dentist: care for every member of your family.
- Children's Care: an overview of dental care for kids and teens.
Cost of Kids Dental Care
The cost of a visit depends on the services your child needs, and we explain it before we begin. New patients receive a $50 gift card with a new patient exam and hygiene visit, as a limited-time offer, so please call (403) 300-2224 for details. You can also visit our Financial Options section, or read about the Canadian Dental Care Plan on our CDCP page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Children should see a dentist by their first birthday, or when their first tooth appears. An early visit helps us monitor development, prevent problems and help your child get used to the dental office.
The visit is short and friendly. We check your child's teeth and gums, gently clean their teeth if appropriate and show you how to care for their teeth at home. We go at your child's pace, and a parent can stay close by.
Talk about the visit in a calm, positive way and avoid words such as "pain" or "hurt". Book a visit when your child is rested, and tell us about any worries so we can adjust our approach. Regular, short visits make the dentist feel familiar.
Yes, in many cases. Baby teeth hold space for adult teeth and help your child chew and speak, and decay in a baby tooth can cause pain and infection. Your dentist will advise whether a cavity needs treatment.
Yes. Sealants protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth, and fluoride strengthens enamel. Both are quick and painless, and both are especially helpful for children and teens.
Book Your Appointment
Ready to book your appointment? Call us at (403) 300-2224 or book online. We're welcoming new patients.