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Kids · Vernon, BC
Children's dentistry in Vernon, front-seat sized.
First visits that are mostly questions and a ride in the chair, so the next thirty years of dentistry start on the right foot. Tandem Dental Studio sees kids at our downtown Vernon practice.
When to bring your child in
The Canadian Dental Association recommends a child's first dental visit within six months of the first tooth appearing, or by their first birthday. That can sound early, but at that age the visit is mostly for you: how to clean small teeth, what to watch for, and how habits like bedtime bottles affect them. If your child is older and hasn't been yet, that's fine. Book them in now.
What a first visit is like
Mostly questions and a ride in the chair. We let your child see the room, sit up, hold the mirror and ask whatever they want to ask. If they're happy to, we have a look at their teeth; if not, that can wait for next time. The point of a first visit is that they leave willing to come back.
Parents are part of the conversation the whole way through. Anything we see is explained to you in plain English, and to your child in their own words.
Checkups as they grow
Children's checkups follow the same idea as adults': look together, explain as we go, decide together. Depending on your child's age and teeth, a visit can include:
- An exam of their teeth and gums, and how their bite is developing.
- A cleaning, sized to how much there is to do.
- Fluoride varnish, painted on to help strengthen tooth enamel.
- Sealants as back teeth come in: a thin protective coating painted into the grooves of the chewing surfaces, to help keep food and bacteria out of the places brushing misses.
- X-rays when they're due, and only then.
Fees and insurance
The practice follows the BC Dental Association Suggested Fee Guide, and the fees for checkups, fluoride varnish and sealants are published on our fees page. Where your plan allows it, we bill your insurance directly and you cover only your portion. Any treatment beyond a checkup comes back as a written plan with every fee on it before anything is done.
Book with the rest of the family
If the whole family is due, mention it when you call (250) 545-2169 and we'll try to line the appointments up. We're open Monday to Thursday, 8:00 to 5:00. If your child has a toothache or has knocked a tooth, read what to do about dental pain and call.
Straight Answers
The things you'd actually like to ask.
At what age should my child first see a dentist?
The Canadian Dental Association recommends a first visit within six months of the first tooth appearing, or by age one. If your child is older and hasn't been yet, book them in now.
What happens at my child's first dental visit?
Mostly questions and a ride in the chair. Your child sees the room, sits up and asks what they want; if they're happy to, we look at their teeth. Nothing is rushed.
Does Tandem Dental Studio see children?
Yes. Kids are seen at the practice at 202-2903 32nd Avenue in downtown Vernon. Call (250) 545-2169 to book.
What are dental sealants?
A thin protective coating painted into the grooves of back teeth to help keep food and bacteria out. The suggested fee is published on our fees page.
Also at Tandem
The rest of the dentistry.
Book
Take the second seat.
The practice is open and taking new patients today. Call, or leave a number and a window that works and we'll call you back inside one business day to put you in the book.
In pain today? Don't wait for us to call: (250) 545-2169, and say it's pain.
Common questions
What should I do if my child has a toothache or knocks out a tooth?
If your child experiences dental pain or injures a tooth, contact our team right away by calling the number on our contact page. We're here to help with urgent concerns and will guide you through next steps.