Child Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry is a branch of dentistry that is concerning with children below 14 years of age (from birth up to adolescence). The development of milk teeth starts even before the birth of a baby and baby teeth begin to appear between 6-8 months of age. Some babies get their teeth early and some get them late. Usually, the first baby teeth that appear are the lower front teeth.
Kids start losing their first set of teeth (milk teeth) by the age of 6 – 7 years which are replaced by permanent or secondary teeth. Both primary & secondary sets of teeth are to be safeguarded (taken good care of) by the parents. Parents / guardians of the kids are the ones who have to be proactive in watching over hygiene of the kids’ teeth on a daily basis. The parent’s role in taking care of their child’s teeth is highly important. Good oral health practices should begin at home, when the child is about 12 months and continued throughout adult life. Lack of sufficient oral care would result in children to face possible tooth decay due to dental caries that can even lead to serious complications for life time. Researches show that early childhood dental caries that is an infectious tooth disease is very common in children even when compared to asthma.
FAQ
How long should a child go to a pediatric dentist?
A pediatric dentist typically sees children from an age range of 6 months old until their final adult teeth have come in. A child will continue to develop adult teeth until they are 12 or 13 years of age. Many parents opt to have their children continue to see a pediatric dentist into their teenage years
What procedures do pediatric dentists do?
- Tooth Colored Fillings (Composite Resin) Tooth colored fillings are used to restore front or back teeth or where cosmetic appearance is important. …
- Dental Cleaning (Prophylaxis) …
- Cavities (Caries) …
- Extractions (Tooth Removal) …
- Sealants.
What is the difference between a dentist and a pediatric dentist?
The main difference between the two is that a pediatric dentist specializes in dentistry for children and a general dentist does not. Like orthodontists or periodontists, pediatric dentists have special training and education that make them more qualified to work with kids than other dental professionals may be.
Is a pediatric dentist more expensive?
- A popular misconception is that a pediatric dentist will cost much more than a general dentist. While it’s true that Pediatric Dentists may charge more than a regular dentist, the prices are not vastly different. Pediatric Dentists charge almost the same amount as a regular dentist
Common Dental Problems in Child
Tooth Decay
Bad Breath
Sensitive Teeth
Thumb-Sucking
Gum Disease
Grinding
