Belleville Smiles Family Dentistry - Belleville

Child’s First Appointment in Belleville

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.

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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.

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Tammy Wells
3 weeks ago
After having a very disappointing experience at our last local dentist appointment supporting our son who lives with Autism, I was so thankful to meet the team at Belleville Smiles Dentistry. The team are professional, respectful and incredibly supportive to our son with extra needs. We have moved our family over and the technology and expertise is beyond our expectations. Erin, our dental hygienist is next level in her care and in her fun personality. The ladies at reception are welcoming and easy to work with! We love this new practice and are so thankful we were lead to this dental practice. Thank you team Belleville Smiles!
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Tami McVey
1 month ago
I have never received such exceptional care from a dental practice in my more than half a century on the planet. Kindness, compassion and humour combined with knowledge, patience and a willingness to explain everything sets the bar very high. Rather than dragging my feet to make a dental appointment, I sincerely can't wait until next time I get to see everyone! BAR NONE the BEST dental office ever. Highly recommend for anyone who's tired of high-pressure sales and wants to be treated like a valued human being!
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I haven't been to the dentist in far too long and had a lot of worries about going back to one now when I booked my appointment at 80 Millennium pkwy , all new equipment and newly built place, My hygienist Erin is so friendly and done her part with ease, was so so welcoming and easy-going and put all my concerns to rest. I would definitely recommend this office for anyone looking for a new dentist. Dr Shenoy and the entire staff are so well-mannered and helpful. Makes going to the dentist an enjoyable experience as opposed to a chore! Can't wait to come back for my next cleaning :)
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Shashikant Nayak
2 months ago
I was at this clinic on the day they opened to the public. Despite it being just opened, the system worked like a well oiled machine. Our experience from the staff at the reception, the dentists Dr Vinutha and the hygienist Erin was exemplary. They were very professional and pleasant. Going to a dentist is never a pleasant experience for me but here I had to change my opinion. Kudos to the Belleville Smiles Family Dentistry team
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Rick Young
2 months ago
Visited Belleville Smiles today and was very impressed with the professionalism and attention to detail. The whole staff seemed to be elated to be in the position of opening a brand new practice. Dr Shenoy was the dentist that took me on as a patient and was very attentive and knowledgeable. I also met Erin she is one of the hygienist who treated me with a great deal of respect. Good luck Dr Shenoy and staff on your new venture.
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Tammy Wells
3 weeks ago
After having a very disappointing experience at our last local dentist appointment supporting our son who lives with Autism, I was so thankful to meet the team at Belleville Smiles Dentistry. The team are professional, respectful and incredibly supportive to our son with extra needs. We have moved our family over and the technology and expertise is beyond our expectations. Erin, our dental hygienist is next level in her care and in her fun personality. The ladies at reception are welcoming and easy to work with! We love this new practice and are so thankful we were lead to this dental practice. Thank you team Belleville Smiles!
More
Tami McVey
1 month ago
I have never received such exceptional care from a dental practice in my more than half a century on the planet. Kindness, compassion and humour combined with knowledge, patience and a willingness to explain everything sets the bar very high. Rather than dragging my feet to make a dental appointment, I sincerely can't wait until next time I get to see everyone! BAR NONE the BEST dental office ever. Highly recommend for anyone who's tired of high-pressure sales and wants to be treated like a valued human being!
More
I haven't been to the dentist in far too long and had a lot of worries about going back to one now when I booked my appointment at 80 Millennium pkwy , all new equipment and newly built place, My hygienist Erin is so friendly and done her part with ease, was so so welcoming and easy-going and put all my concerns to rest. I would definitely recommend this office for anyone looking for a new dentist. Dr Shenoy and the entire staff are so well-mannered and helpful. Makes going to the dentist an enjoyable experience as opposed to a chore! Can't wait to come back for my next cleaning :)
More
Shashikant Nayak
2 months ago
I was at this clinic on the day they opened to the public. Despite it being just opened, the system worked like a well oiled machine. Our experience from the staff at the reception, the dentists Dr Vinutha and the hygienist Erin was exemplary. They were very professional and pleasant. Going to a dentist is never a pleasant experience for me but here I had to change my opinion. Kudos to the Belleville Smiles Family Dentistry team
More
Rick Young
2 months ago
Visited Belleville Smiles today and was very impressed with the professionalism and attention to detail. The whole staff seemed to be elated to be in the position of opening a brand new practice. Dr Shenoy was the dentist that took me on as a patient and was very attentive and knowledgeable. I also met Erin she is one of the hygienist who treated me with a great deal of respect. Good luck Dr Shenoy and staff on your new venture.
More
Belleville Smiles Family Dentistry - Belleville

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