Park Place Junior

Park Place Junior recommends bringing children in for their first visit within one year of their first tooth erupting, which usually happens when the child is around one year old. Early visits help establish comfort with the dental office and allow the dentist to monitor oral development from the start.

Park Place Junior sees children between the ages of 1 and 16. After the age of 16, patients graduate from the practice and transfer to ParkPlace Dental Centre, the affiliated adult dental practice located across the street at 110 Queen Street East.

A Happy Visit is the initial appointment where a child meets the dentist, explores the office environment, and becomes comfortable with dental care. During this visit, the dentist performs an oral exam to assess the child's dental health, takes any necessary X-rays, and evaluates the child's comfort level. It is designed to make the first dental experience positive and stress-free.

Parents can help prepare their child by educating them about their teeth using mirrors and gentle exploration at home. It is important to discuss dental visits positively and avoid transmitting any parental dental anxieties to the child. Keeping conversations about dentistry upbeat helps children approach their visits with confidence.

Yes, baby teeth are very important and do require treatment. Primary teeth serve as placeholders and spacers for adult teeth, encourage the normal development of jaw bones and muscles, and ensure there is adequate space for permanent teeth to grow into. They also play vital roles in chewing, speech development, and a child's self-confidence.

A cavity is when a tooth decays or breaks down, creating a hole in the tooth structure. Cavities are caused by plaque bacteria that produce acids which erode tooth enamel over time. Regular brushing, a balanced diet, and routine dental cleanings help prevent cavities in children.

Primary teeth generally erupt in the following order: lower central incisors at 6–9 months; upper central and lateral incisors at 8–10 months; lower lateral incisors, cuspids, and first molars at 15–21 months; upper cuspids at 16–20 months; and second molars (upper and lower) at 20–24 months.

Yes, Park Place Junior is now accepting the Canadian Dental Care Plan. Families can contact the clinic at (905) 866-6606 or email [email protected] for more information about coverage and eligibility.

Park Place Junior accepts Interac e-Transfer payments sent to [email protected]. Patients must include their full name and account information in the memo line. The practice has enrolled in direct deposit, so no security question or password is required for the transfer.

Yes, Park Place Junior offers orthodontic services through Dr. Ziad Omar, a certified orthodontist and Certified Invisalign Provider. Dr. Omar holds a Master of Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics from the University of Western Ontario and completed a General Practice Residency at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.

Park Place Junior is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays. Appointments can be requested online through the clinic's website.