Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Phoebe W. Tsang Dr. Phoebe Tsang

FAQs

Why choose a pediatric dentist?

Our pediatric dental team focuses on growing smiles! We understand how children think and feel, and we know how to make dental care less scary and more fun. Our tools are small, our voices are kind, and we always explain things in a way kids can understand.

When should my child start seeing a dentist?

We recommend a first dental visit by age one, or when the first baby tooth appears. This helps us keep baby teeth healthy from the start and helps your child get used to the dentist’s office.

How can I help my child get ready for a visit?

Make it a game! Pretend to be the dentist and count your child’s teeth. Read fun books about going to the dentist. Talk about how the dentist helps keep teeth shiny and strong.

What Is Pediatric Dental Care?

Pediatric dentistry means dental care made just for kids. From wiggly baby teeth to incoming adult teeth, we help protect little mouths as they grow. Each visit includes smiles, silliness, and the kind of care that helps children feel proud of their healthy teeth.

We treat babies, toddlers, kids, and teenagers. Every child is different, so we take time to get to know them and adjust each visit to their comfort level.

Why Early Dental Care Is So Important

Seeing the dentist early helps kids:

Avoid cavities
Keep baby teeth healthy
Learn good brushing habits
Feel comfortable with dental visits

We also keep an eye on how your child’s teeth and jaws are growing. This helps us spot any little problems before they become big ones.

Our Super Kid-Friendly Services

We have fun helping your child keep their smile sparkling! Here’s what we offer:

Silly Cleanings & Count-the-Teeth Exams

We make cleanings fun by showing kids our tools, letting them ask questions, and turning their visit into a game. During the exam, we count teeth, check for sugar bugs (cavities), and talk about brushing and flossing.

Fluoride Treatments

Fluoride is like a superhero for tooth enamel. We paint it on quickly and easily to help make teeth super strong and fight off cavities. It’s safe, fast, and some flavours are even fun!

Magical Sealants

Sealants protect the back teeth from sticky foods and sneaky sugar bugs. These clear coatings last for years and help prevent cavities on chewing surfaces.

Gentle Tooth-Coloured Fillings

If your child has a cavity, we use gentle techniques and natural-looking fillings to fix it. These fillings blend right in and help keep your child’s tooth strong and healthy.

Save-the-Space Helpers

If a baby tooth is lost too soon, we might use a tiny space maintainer. This keeps a spot open so the adult tooth has room to come in just right.

Baby Tooth Tips for Parents

We love teaching parents how to care for tiny teeth at home. We talk about teething, brushing, pacifiers, and thumb sucking to help your child’s smile stay on track.

Making Dental Visits Fun

We believe going to the dentist should be something your child can look forward to! Our team uses positive words, kind voices, and even a little bit of silliness to help your child feel safe and happy. Whether it’s a high-five for being brave or a sticker after a great visit, we’re here to cheer your child on.

We also offer pediatric sedation options if your child needs extra help relaxing. We only use sedation when necessary and explain everything to parents ahead of time.

Pediatric Dentistry in Vancouver and New Westminster

Dr. Tsang and our friendly team provide pediatric dentistry in Vancouver and New Westminster that’s full of fun and free from fear. Whether your child is visiting for the first time or coming in for their regular cleaning, we’re here to make sure they feel like a dental superstar!

We see patients at both of our locations:

New Westminster Location

Unit D – 459 E Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3X5

Broadway Clinic

1233 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G7, Canada

Book your child’s visit today — let’s build healthy habits and big smiles together!

Kennylu-Ai

Dr. Tsang is very knowledgeable, friendly, and patient with my child. We appreciate her team’s professional dental care!

Natalie N

My daughter had a wonderful experience with Dr. Phoebe and her dedicated team. She is meticulous, careful, and wholeheartedly committed. She explained all the necessary treatments for my daughter and provided the most helpful advice tailored to her age and specific condition, ensuring my daughter felt no pressure during her dental care. In addition, Dr. Phoebe is incredibly friendly and genuinely loves children. She transformed the fear that many kids—and even some adults—often feel about dental visits into a positive experience. This is a clinic truly worth sharing with others so they can also visit and experience such excellent care.

Natasha L

Highly recommend Dr Tsang and her team. Dental procedures can be very scary, especially for your little one, and biggest fear is if the dental team is over charging or over prescribing. I can honestly say you can trust Dr Tsang and her team. I was impressed by the patience and gentle approach she used when explaining all our options, answering my list: if questions. She did not automatically overprescribe yet she understands what’s needed to ensure my 5 year old daughter left with the best experience. My daughter used oral sedation with Midazolam (Short acting Benzo that is easily reversible and safe) which is much less invasive than general anesthetic route often recommended by other pediatric dentists first As well Dr Tsang was honest when updated X-rays were taken that there were fewer than needed cavities to be filled than we had expected Not to mention they had so many goodies and prizes for my daughter throughout the various steps of process, that she left as if she just went to a birthday party. To summarize, if you’re looking for a very knowledgeable but humble professional, whom you can trust to not over prescribe yet is willing to ensure your child has the most comfortable and positive dentistry experience, Dr Tsang and her team embodies all those traits above.

Sharon T

Im glad we found Dr. Tsang to be my daughter's dentist. She's very knowledgeable, personable and very attentive with children. Thanks Dr. Tsang and her amazing team!

Eileen Y

Our 2.5-year-old son, Howard, recently started experiencing pain in his upper right back teeth. Concerned, we took him to a nearby general dentist, who, after a thorough examination, referred us to a pediatric dental specialist, Dr. Phoebe Tsang. To our surprise, Howard had extensive dental issues, requiring treatment for 14 teeth through surgery. As parents, we felt deeply sorry that he had been enduring more discomfort than we had realized, especially since he was too young to fully express his pain. Howard had been drinking milk at night since birth, and we were unaware of the significant impact it could have on his teeth. However, after our initial visit to the general dentist, he successfully transitioned away from night bottles. Determined to provide him with the best care, we made the one-hour drive from White Rock to see Dr. Tsang. From the moment we arrived, Dr. Tsang and her team were incredibly professional, compassionate, and gentle with Howard. Dr. Tsang herself is not only highly knowledgeable but also exceptionally skilled in pediatric dentistry. We feel truly fortunate to have had her perform Howard’s surgery. Yesterday, on March 18, 2025, Dr. Tsang and anesthesiologist Dr. Robert carried out Howard’s procedure with exceptional expertise and care. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication. Post-surgery, Howard has been recovering well—he is experiencing minimal discomfort and has been able to drink formula and eat soft foods comfortably. This was Howard’s first surgery, and under Dr. Tsang’s guidance, we are confident that he will continue to improve and eat with ease. We sincerely appreciate the outstanding care provided by Dr. Tsang and her team and wholeheartedly recommend her to any parents seeking a skilled pediatric dentist for their child’s dental needs. Best wishes from Eileen and families :)

Hana W

Highly recommended Dr Phoebe Tsang! Our 5 year old son was very anxious at our local dentist and we did not want him going under anesthetic for his teeth. Thankfully we got a referral to Pediatric Dental Specialist Dr Tsang, who uses conscious sedation. From the first FaceTime consultation, she was so kind! Our son was at ease and really looked forward to meeting her. She thoroughly explained the procedure and answered all our questions with patience. She is unbelievably knowledgeable and gave us reassurance that everything would go well. Upon arrival at her beautiful office, we were greeted with the utmost love from not only her but her whole team. Being in her care was top of the line, we cannot thank her enough for making this go so smooth for our family. If your children need dental work done, look no further. I guarantee you, she is the absolute best you will find!

Joanne C

Very good service for young kids! They used all efforts to release the kids during their treatment. Will definitely recommend it to our friends.

Cara E

My 4 year old son has many sensory issues and brushing his teeth was absolutely impossible, which is what brought us to Dr Tsang. He needed a ton of work done for his mouth to be healthy again. I was blown away by her and her staff from start to finish. She treated my son so well and I was so impressed with her efforts to connect with him in a way that would work for him. He did need dental surgery, which scared me but all the questions I had were answered so quickly and there was a great deal of communication from his first appointment, all the way up to the surgery. You can tell how much Dr Tsang and her staff care about their patients. I couldn't be happier with my son's care. I truly recommend Dr Tsang and staff if your child needs dental work done. They have so much compassion and throughout the entire process I felt like my son was in great hands. I'm so thankful to everyone who worked with him and those I had contact with over many months. This was a very stressful situation for me and it was made so much better by everyone there.

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