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Children's Dentistry in Calgary

Uxbridge Dental Care welcomes children from around age 2 for positive introductory dental visits at our University Heights clinic in NW Calgary. Care is adapted to age, comfort and dental needs within a general and family practice — not a pediatric specialty clinic.

New family patients welcome · University Heights, NW Calgary

Children Welcome From Around Age 2

Positive introductory dental visits can begin around age 2.

New Family Patients Welcome

Uxbridge is currently accepting new patients, including families.

Direct Billing Available

We direct bill most dental insurance plans.

University Heights, NW Calgary

Convenient care near Foothills Medical Centre and the University of Calgary area.

Children's dental care

Dental Care for Growing Smiles

Children’s visits are adapted to age, comfort, development and dental needs, with parents and caregivers involved along the way.

Getting started

A Positive First Visit to the Dentist

Positive introductory visits from around age 2 focus on comfort and familiarity. What happens that day depends on your child — we do not guarantee an exam, cleaning, X-rays, fluoride or treatment at every first visit.

  1. Familiarization

    Help your child become comfortable with the clinic, team and dental chair at an appropriate pace.

  2. Caregiver Discussion

    We talk with you about your child’s dental history, concerns and what you hope to accomplish today.

  3. Settling In

    Visits are paced to your child — not every first visit includes the same steps.

  4. Assess What Is Suitable That Day

    Depending on comfort and needs, we may look at the teeth and gums and discuss what makes sense next.

  5. Next Steps

    We review findings and plan follow-up care that fits your child’s age and oral health.

Treatment room at Uxbridge Dental Care in University Heights

As they grow

Dental Care as Children Grow

Needs change from early childhood through the teen years. Care stays individualized rather than tied to a fixed age protocol.

Early / Preschool Years

Introductory visits, comfort-building and early habits that support growing smiles.

School Age

Ongoing prevention, hygiene guidance and care as primary teeth and development continue to change.

Teens

Support through changing oral-health needs, including conversations about orthodontics or sports mouthguards when relevant.

Prevention

Preventive Dental Care for Children

Prevention and home-care guidance support growing smiles. Recommendations depend on your child’s needs — not a single checklist for every visit.

Development Monitoring

Checking how teeth and gums are developing and discussing concerns as they arise.

Additional Preventive Options

Additional preventive options may be discussed when appropriate for your child, based on individual needs and current clinic protocols — not as a routine or automatic step.

When concerns arise

When a Child Needs Dental Treatment

If a concern is identified, we discuss appropriate next steps. Not every procedure is always completed in-house, and specialized care may be referred when appropriate.

Cavities and Fillings

When decay is found, we discuss restorative options suited to your child’s needs.

Damaged or Sore Teeth

Concerns about chips, sensitivity or discomfort can be assessed and discussed.

Baby-Tooth Concerns

Primary-tooth issues may be managed in a family practice setting when appropriate.

Injuries and Urgent Problems

For toothache, swelling or dental injury, call for emergency dental care rather than waiting for a routine visit. Emergency dental care

Comfort

Helping Children Feel More Comfortable at the Dentist

We aim for positive experiences without promising fear-free, tear-free or pain-free visits.

Age-Appropriate Explanations

We explain what is happening in simple, calm language when that helps.

Familiarization Over Time

Positive early visits can help children feel more at ease with future appointments.

Caregiver Involvement

Your input about what helps your child matters — share preferences and concerns when booking or visiting.

Adapting the Pace

Where possible, we adapt the visit pace to your child’s comfort that day.

Referrals

When a Pediatric Dental Specialist May Be Appropriate

Many routine children’s dental needs can be managed in a general and family practice. Some situations may benefit from pediatric specialist care — and when that is the better fit, our team can discuss referral options.

Why Uxbridge

Why Families Choose Uxbridge

Practical reasons families choose Uxbridge for children’s dental care in University Heights, NW Calgary.

Family Continuity

Children’s care sits within general and family dentistry so households can share one dental home. General & family dentistry

Children From Around Age 2

Uxbridge welcomes children from around age 2 for positive introductory dental visits.

Individualized Care

Visits are adapted to age, comfort, development and dental needs — without one rigid protocol.

New Patients Welcome

New family patients can get started at our University Heights clinic. New patients

Direct Billing & CDCP

We direct bill most dental insurance plans. New CDCP patients are welcome for eligible services. About CDCP

University Heights Location

Near Foothills Medical Centre and the University of Calgary area, with complimentary patient parking. University Heights

Getting started

New Patients, Family Care & Coverage

Children’s dentistry connects with family onboarding and coverage pathways. Coverage varies by plan — we do not claim any plan fully covers children’s visits.

New to Uxbridge?

Learn what to expect when becoming a patient at our University Heights clinic.

New patients

Insurance & CDCP

We direct bill most dental insurance plans. New CDCP patients are welcome for eligible services.

Learn about CDCP

Location

Children's Dentistry in University Heights, NW Calgary

We’re in the Uxborough Building near Foothills Medical Centre and the Calgary Cancer Centre. Looking for a dentist near Foothills Medical Centre or care in University Heights? Request a children’s dental appointment with our team.

Address & phone

Uxbridge Dental Care
Suite 350, 60 Uxborough Place NW
Calgary, AB T2N 2V2

403-906-2820

Parking

Complimentary parking is available at the Uxborough Building for patients during their appointments.

Hours

Monday7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday11:30 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Friday8:00 am – 2:00 pm*
Saturday8:00 am – 2:00 pm**

* Summer hours may vary

** Alternating Saturdays

Complimentary patient parking at the Uxborough Building

FAQ

Children's Dentistry Questions

What age does Uxbridge Dental Care start seeing children?

Uxbridge Dental Care welcomes children from around age 2 for positive introductory dental visits.

What happens at a child's first dental visit?

First visits are individualized. They may include familiarization, caregiver discussion, allowing your child to settle at an appropriate pace, assessing what is suitable that day, and discussing next steps. Exam, cleaning, X-rays, fluoride or treatment are not guaranteed at every first visit.

Is Uxbridge Dental Care a pediatric dental specialist?

No. Uxbridge Dental Care is a general and family dental practice, not a specialist pediatric dental clinic. When specialized care is appropriate, referral can be discussed.

What if my child is nervous about the dentist?

Let our team know when booking. We can use age-appropriate explanations, familiarization and a paced approach where possible. We do not promise fear-free or pain-free visits.

Does every child need X-rays?

Not necessarily. Imaging is recommended only where clinically appropriate. Existing records and the reason for the visit may affect whether X-rays are needed.

Does every child receive a cleaning at each visit?

Not necessarily. Hygiene needs vary by age, cooperation and oral health. Cleaning is included when appropriate for that visit — not as an automatic step every time.

Do you provide fluoride or dental sealants for children?

Additional preventive options may be discussed when appropriate for your child, depending on individual needs and current clinic protocols. Recommendations are not automatic at every visit — ask our team what may suit your child.

What if my child has a toothache or dental injury?

Call Uxbridge about dental emergencies. We try to accommodate same-day visits when possible — ask for the earliest available appointment. Do not assume a routine cleaning visit is the right response to acute pain or injury.

Can siblings or parents also become patients at Uxbridge?

Yes. New family patients are welcome. Many households prefer coordinated care under one general and family practice.

Does Uxbridge direct bill dental insurance?

Uxbridge direct bills most dental insurance plans. Coverage varies by plan and service, and patients remain responsible for amounts not covered.

Does Uxbridge accept CDCP for children?

Yes. Uxbridge welcomes new CDCP patients, including children where eligible, and direct bills Sun Life for eligible covered services. Coverage depends on program rules and individual eligibility.

Looking for a Children's Dentist in Calgary?

Uxbridge welcomes children from around age 2 and new family patients at our University Heights clinic in NW Calgary.