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Give your child the best start possible
We know how important it is for you to find a dental practice that’s right for your whole family including your children. We strive to provide a positive experience for everyone who visits us, especially children. Many of us in the Glen Dental team have children – Ricky has two young boys & Lina has two young daughters – and we love seeing our younger patients and helping them on the road to a lifetime of good oral health.
Life benefits
- Healthy teeth and gums for life
- Preventive advice to help children grow up with strong teeth and healthy gums
- Reduced risk of developing tooth decay and reduced need for fillings
- No fears or phobias of the dentist
Why Choose Glen Dental for your family?
At Glen Dental in Leicester we do not believe in forcing children to do anything that they don’t want to do and we always aim to keep any treatment pain-free and pleasant.
There is no reason to be afraid of going to the dentist but all too often we meet people who have had a bad experience in childhood and this affects them for the rest of their lives.
We always make sure that we listen to their concerns and where possible include them in the decision making. A good dental experience as a child will allow for a long lasting and positive approach to dental care.
We can help you teach your children about how important it is to clean their teeth properly, as well as showing them what they need to do. We can talk to them about healthy eating, and also identify any potential problems, such as alignment issues, as soon as they become visible.
As dental professionals we firmly believe in preventive dental care and encourage our patients to bring their children to the practice from an early age. Regular check-ups from a young age will ensure children don’t suffer from untreated dental decay with devastating effects to their growing dentition.
We offer a number of preventive treatments for children which include:
- Fluoride applications are a safe and effective way to safeguard your child’s growing teeth from developing decay. The fluoride is painted onto the surface of the teeth, helping to mineralise them.
- Tooth-coloured fissure sealants are applied to the biting surfaces of children’s teeth to prevent decay.
Studies have shown that the younger your child is when attending their first dental appointment, even if just for a check-up, the more likely they are to have a positive experience and to grow up unafraid of the dentist. Our team will take special care of your child to make them feel safe and cared for.
Treating a child from a young age also allows the dentist to spot early signs of underbites, cross bites or overbites developing. As with most dental problems, the sooner you can start to treat it, the quicker it can be resolved.
Prevention is always better than cure, so call the reception team at Glen Dental on 0116 2593386 today to make an appointment for your child.
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Top Tips for Healthy Teeth
Reduce intake of sugary snacks:
The risk of developing tooth decay (caries) increases as the amount and frequency of sugar consumption rises.
Brush twice a day:
Keeping teeth clean by regular brushing helps prevent decay. After brushing, spit out any excess toothpaste. We advise our patients not to rinse the mouth immediately after brushing, as it will wash away the concentrated fluoride in the remaining toothpaste, thus diluting it and reducing its preventative effects.
Children’s brushing should be supervised until the age of seven. Ask your Leicester dentist for more advice.
Use disclosing tablets to identify plaque: Disclosing tablets can be a great fun way to show children any areas that they may be missing during toothbrushing. Ask your Leicester Dentist for more advice.
Use a Fluoride toothpaste:
All children up to three years old should use a toothpaste with a fluoride level of at least 1000ppm, both morning and night. From three to six years old, their toothpaste should contain more than 1000ppm. For children six years and above, the recommended amount is between 1350ppm-1500ppm.
Visit the dentist on a regular basis:
We can advise you on how often you should visit and keep your appointments, if oral health problems are spotted early, then they can often be dealt with much easier. Your Leicester dentist can answer any questions you have about the best way to look after your child’s teeth.
Watch out for 'hidden' sugars:
Pure fruit juices can be a healthy choice, but the natural sugars these contain can still damage teeth. If you are offering fruit juice to a child, drink it with a meal and only in a small glass (up to 150ml).
SUCCESS STORIES
"I’ve recently had my teeth whitening done by Lina, the results are amazing and I can’t stop smiling. Lina and the rest of the staff are so lovely and welcoming, they gave me lots of information about the procedure before I had it done and answered any questions I had. Would definitely recommend this dental clinic."
PW, Leicester"I have recently become a member of Glen Dental, after having a chip in my front tooth. All experiences so far have been very good. With speedy turn arounds. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to switch practices or who are not currently at a practice. Ricky is very professional along with all of the staff being very friendly, which helps make that daunting dentist visit a lot more pleasant."
JS, Market Harborough“Lina has helped to restore my faith in dentists, her calm and gentle approach has helped me to achieve the smile that I have longed for.”
IP, Leicester“I am a nervous patient and I have always found Glen Dental and all the staff there to be very sensitive to my fears. They are very reassuring and kind and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending them to anyone.”
FW, Kibworth"I'm a new patient to the practice and chose Glen Dental following various consultations at other practices. Ricky Patel was my dentist.
This was my first treatment at Glen Dental and the experience was all round very comfortable and felt minimally invasive. Ricky took his time with the treatment and was very meticulous with the great results coming through, which I'm very happy with. The composite bonding really did transform my teeth- a look and feel and I'm very happy with the outcome- brilliant!
The clinic was very comfortable with friendly staff with a clean environment. From my prior experiences at dentists, I have found it to be uncomfortable and wanting to leave as soon as possible but this was not the case with Ricky at Glen Dental. Great practice!"
"Like a lot of people I'm not overjoyed at going to the dentist and I'd had a particularly difficult experience at my previous surgery so I was very anxious.
From the very first phone call with the genuine and understanding receptionist to the initial review with the dentist and the eventual filling I needed, everything was calm and reassuring.
The waiting room doesn't smell or sound like a traditional dentist which was a huge relief. The dentist patiently listened to my concerns and made every effort to make it easier for me.
I was prepared for some pain but the system they use delivered the anaesthetic effectively and I honestly felt nothing other than a single sharp scratch and the mild vibration of the drill. It was a revelation!
I would highly recommend to anyone who is feeling anxious about treatment. Their fees are clearly stated and they consult with you about each item of the treatment plan they suggest so no nasty surprises when you come to pay. A positive experience from start to finish."
"Wonderful friendly staff, helped me get back on top of my dental hygiene. Very informative through each appointment.I would highly recommend have done a wonderful job. Thanks again for the great service Glen Dental"
TC, Great Glen"After not being to a dentist since 2017 and having some gum issues I decided to get booked for a consultation here. I was so nervous but from the first phonecall I felt at ease with them. Jo is a diamond and so welcoming as soon as you walk through the door. She has a personal touch that really makes you feel comfortable in these situations.
Ricky is my dentist and him and his lovely assistant really made me feel so much calmer and I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome of my deep cleaning. I’m now on a dental plan with them and can already notice a huge difference in my gums firming back up!
I highly recommended this dentist and their plan, and I’ve already recommended to my family who are looking to move over this way. Thank you so much, I’m really pleased I came here and I no longer feel scared about going to the dentist which I never thought I’d say!"
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