Treatments · Pediatric dentistry
Pediatric dentistry
Pediatric dentistry deals with the oral and dental health of children from infancy to adolescence. The aim is to prevent problems early and make visits to the dentist a positive experience.
- First check-up
- When the first tooth appears, by age 1
- Check-ups
- Usually every 6 months
- Prevention
- Fissure sealants, fluoride
What is this treatment?
Baby teeth matter not only for chewing but also for speech development and for keeping space for permanent teeth. Losing baby teeth early can cause permanent teeth to come in crowded.
Preventive treatments include fissure sealants, which seal the grooves on the chewing surfaces of molars, and fluoride application, which strengthens tooth enamel.
If decay occurs, baby teeth are filled or, if needed, given root canal treatment. The space of a tooth lost early can be kept with a space maintainer.
How does the treatment work?
- 01Getting to know usThe first visit aims to help the child get used to the setting and meet the dentist.
- 02ExaminationTeeth, gums and erupting teeth are checked; care recommendations are given to the family.
- 03Preventive treatmentFissure sealants and fluoride are applied if needed.
- 04Treatment and follow-upIf there is decay, treatment is planned; development is monitored at regular check-ups.
Frequently asked questions
A first check-up is recommended when the first baby tooth appears, or by the age of one at the latest.
Yes. Untreated decay can cause pain and infection, affect the permanent tooth underneath, and early tooth loss can lead to space problems.
A thin protective layer applied to the deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of molars; it helps reduce the risk of decay in these areas.
This page is for information only. The treatment that suits you is determined by your dentist after an examination; durations vary from person to person.
Let’s review the right option for you at the examination.
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