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Custom-Fitted Space Maintainers for Children

At Pinetree Dental, we provide custom-fitted space maintainers to protect your child’s smile. Crafted for comfort and effectiveness, these appliances prevent shifting after early tooth loss, ensuring permanent teeth erupt correctly. Trust our gentle team to safeguard your child’s dental development with personalized care.

What Is A Space Maintainer?

A space maintainer is a custom-made dental appliance for children. It opens the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighboring teeth from shifting into the empty space and ensuring the permanent tooth can erupt properly.

What Is the Space Maintainer Used For?

This device is used to preserve the correct spacing and alignment needed for a child’s developing permanent teeth. Without it, teeth can drift, leading to crowding, misalignment, or impaction of the adult tooth. This simple treatment helps avoid the need for more extensive orthodontic work in the future.

Types of Space Maintainers

There are two main types: fixed and removable. Fixed maintainers are cemented in place and include unilateral types like band-and-loop appliances, as well as bilateral ones like lingual arches. Removable maintainers resemble orthodontic retainers and are used when multiple teeth are missing. The type chosen depends on your child’s specific needs.

How to Clean A Space Maintainer?

Fixed space maintainer

Clean carefully by brushing around the appliance daily. Floss underneath the wire and use a water flosser to remove trapped food. Avoid sticky foods.

Removable space maintainer

Remove the appliance and brush it separately with a soft toothbrush. Soak it in a denture cleaner as recommended. Always brush and floss your child’s natural teeth thoroughly before reinserting it.

Why Patients Choose Us

Choosing Pinetree Dental means trusting a caring team dedicated to your comfort, health, and long-term confidence in your smile.

Comprehensive Dental Services

You’ll find everything from preventive care to restorative and cosmetic treatments—making it simple to meet all your dental needs in one place.

Experienced & Skilled Team

Our dentists and hygienists bring years of expertise, ensuring you receive professional, trustworthy care tailored to your unique oral health needs.

Advanced Technology

From digital x-rays, 3-D Scanners to oral cancer screenings, our technology helps detect issues early and supports precise, comfortable treatment every visit.

Conveniences for Patients

Enjoy ample parking, Saturday appointments, a welcoming family-friendly atmosphere, and multilingual support designed to make every visit stress-free and accessible.

Your Dental Care Timeline

At Pinetree Dental, we make your oral health journey simple and stress-free with a clear four-step process.

New Patient Consultation – Meet & Share
You’ll meet our friendly team, share your dental history, and discuss your goals for a healthy, confident smile. 
Our dentists perform a complete exam and oral cancer screening. If needed for a proper diagnosis, we will take digital X-rays to see what’s happening beneath the surface and ensure your care is right for you.
Recommended treatments are explained clearly, and our team provides gentle, tailored care to address your specific dental needs effectively. 
Routine cleanings and preventive steps protect your teeth, strengthen gums, and help you maintain a bright, confident smile for life.

Caring Dental Experts Dedicated to Your Family’s Smile

At Pinetree Dental, our compassionate team combines skill, experience, and a genuine commitment to patient comfort. From routine dental cleanings to more advanced care, we provide trustworthy guidance and personalized treatment—ensuring your family’s smiles stay healthy, bright, and confident for years to come.

Let’s Talk Teeth Today

Have questions or need an appointment? Reach Pinetree Dental by calling 604-464-8826 or completing the quick form below.