A2 Dental - Stittsville

Child’s First Appointment in Stittsville

When children visit a dental office for the first time, it lays the foundation for oral health that will last a lifetime.
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A lifetime of smiles starts with a good foundation

Give your kids a great start building good oral hygiene habits and monitor their progress as they grow into their beautiful smiles. We understand how challenging and rewarding family care can be and kids need extra special consideration. Having a healthy smile is such an important part of childhood, let’s get them started on the right path with guidance that’s personalized for their needs.

Getting ready for your first appointment

Feel free to talk to your child about the upcoming trip to the dentist. The main purpose of your child’s first visit is to relax, have some fun, and start building a positive relationship with the dentist. Sometimes, not knowing what to expect can make people feel a little nervous. Here’s what your child can expect during their first appointment:

Talk and Listen

We will talk to you and your child, explain what we’re going to do and why and familiarize your child with some of the tools we use. We speak in kid-friendly language and explain any lingo so they can feel as comfortable and assured as possible. See! We’re not so scary after all.

Gently Examine

We will gently examine your child’s gums, tongue, teeth and overall health. Our exam will uncover any areas of concern or tricky spots that may need some extra attention at home. We will provide you with personalized guidance and make a note to pay special attention to those spots during the next appointment.

Educate

We might ask your child to show us how they brush their teeth and then give them gentle instructions on how to improve brushing their teeth at home. We would love to answer any questions you or your child have about dental health.

Contact us today

to schedule an initial consultation & exam.

Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your child will start to cut their first teeth at around 6 months. It is recommended that children visit the dentist by the age of 1 or within 6 months of getting their first tooth. If you suspect something might be wrong or your child might be experiencing discomfort or pain, please book an appointment as soon as possible. It’s never too late for a child to have their first dental appointment.
Baby teeth are no less important than adult teeth. Parents should understand that baby teeth do so much more than hold space in the jaws for permanent teeth. Children’s teeth can permanently affect how their face appears, how they smile and how often they smile. Children who are free to develop confidence and smile big in their early years tend to hang on to those habits. Dental pain, even mild pain that children learn to normalize, will have a lasting negative impact on children’s eating habits including how they chew, what kind of food they prefer and how much food they eat.
The length of the appointment will depend on the needs of the child and how cooperative they’re feeling during the exam. That being said, an appointment typically lasts about one hour.
After your first appointment, your child should come to the dentist as frequently as you do. We recommend a checkup and cleaning every 6 months unless otherwise specified. If your child has a tooth or jaw ache if you notice them rubbing or nursing their jaw a lot or if you notice them avoiding hard or cold foods please book an appointment sooner.
Your mouth isn’t just your teeth. It’s a whole system including teeth, tongue, gums, cheeks, glands, ligaments, joints, bone and more. When one aspect of your oral health sugars, your whole mouth suffers. Swollen itchy, sore or bleeding gums can be an early indicator of a much more serious problem.

Google Verified Patient Reviews

amanda H
1 month ago
Amazing experience! Highly recommend! From the moment I booked my appointment with Lana at the front desk to leaving the office was nothing but so friendly, efficient, attentive and professional! Gloria was super friendly and quick helping me to my room and helping me with my X-ray! Dr. Nguyen is literally one of the best dentist/doctors I’ve ever experienced in my life! He is not only super friendly and gentle but super knowledgeable! He explains everything and answers all questions you have! You don’t feel rushed at all, he takes his time with his patients!! That’s the best feeling! Also, clean and organized office! Thank you so much to the entire staff, thank you Dr. Nguyen! The whole family will be coming to you !
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Tri Nguyen
1 month ago
Dr. Nguyen is nice and very attentive. He has a soft hand every time he works on my teeth. The facility is nice and the staff is friendly and always greet patients with a big smile. I would highly recommend Dr. Nguyen to anyone looking for a new dentist. In fact, I’m referring my sister to Dr. Nguyen already.
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Damali
1 month ago
Very neat and clean place, I strongly recommend A2 Dental. Staff and receptionist are very welcoming, they provide and prioritize comfort. A big plus to me is that they have a screen to watch shows while getting your teeth cleaned so I dont have to awkwardly stare at my Doctor unlike my previous dental place. Overall though, amazing first time. I look forward to my future appointments. :)
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Cecilia Do
1 month ago
The staff are extremely friendly, and Dr. Anh-Quan Nguyen was amazing with my re-treatment of root canal. I’m always hesitant every time I go see my dentist but with Dr. Nguyen, he made me feel so comfortable and relax. Highly recommended!
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Louise Santos
2 months ago
Thanks to the amazing staff I had such a great time at my dentist appointment! I get a bit scared getting freezing done but Dr. Nguyen has hands of an angel I didn’t even a thing when he froze me! Thank you A2 dental for the top notch care
More
amanda H
1 month ago
Amazing experience! Highly recommend! From the moment I booked my appointment with Lana at the front desk to leaving the office was nothing but so friendly, efficient, attentive and professional! Gloria was super friendly and quick helping me to my room and helping me with my X-ray! Dr. Nguyen is literally one of the best dentist/doctors I’ve ever experienced in my life! He is not only super friendly and gentle but super knowledgeable! He explains everything and answers all questions you have! You don’t feel rushed at all, he takes his time with his patients!! That’s the best feeling! Also, clean and organized office! Thank you so much to the entire staff, thank you Dr. Nguyen! The whole family will be coming to you !
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Tri Nguyen
1 month ago
Dr. Nguyen is nice and very attentive. He has a soft hand every time he works on my teeth. The facility is nice and the staff is friendly and always greet patients with a big smile. I would highly recommend Dr. Nguyen to anyone looking for a new dentist. In fact, I’m referring my sister to Dr. Nguyen already.
More
Damali
1 month ago
Very neat and clean place, I strongly recommend A2 Dental. Staff and receptionist are very welcoming, they provide and prioritize comfort. A big plus to me is that they have a screen to watch shows while getting your teeth cleaned so I dont have to awkwardly stare at my Doctor unlike my previous dental place. Overall though, amazing first time. I look forward to my future appointments. :)
More
Cecilia Do
1 month ago
The staff are extremely friendly, and Dr. Anh-Quan Nguyen was amazing with my re-treatment of root canal. I’m always hesitant every time I go see my dentist but with Dr. Nguyen, he made me feel so comfortable and relax. Highly recommended!
More
Louise Santos
2 months ago
Thanks to the amazing staff I had such a great time at my dentist appointment! I get a bit scared getting freezing done but Dr. Nguyen has hands of an angel I didn’t even a thing when he froze me! Thank you A2 dental for the top notch care
More
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