Specializations
Pedodontics
Pediatric dentists are dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teen years. They have the experience and qualifications to care for a child's teeth, gums and mouth throughout the various stages of childhood.
Children begin to get their baby teeth during the first 6 months of life. By age 6 or 7 years. They start to lose their first set of teeth, which eventually are replaced by secondary/ permanent teeth. Without proper care, children face possible dental decay and disease that can cause a lifetime of pain and complications. Today, early childhood dental caries, an infectious problem is more common in children.
Types of treatment Pedodontics Provide:
- Infant oral health exams, which includes risk assessment for caries in mother and child.
- Preventive dental care including cleaning, Fluoride treatment as well as nutrition and diet recommendations.
- Habit Counseling (Eg. Pacifier use and Thumb Sucking)
- Early assessment and treatment for straightening teeth and correcting an improper bite (Orthodontics).
- Repair of tooth cavities or defects.
- Diagnosis of oral conditions associated with diseases such as congenital heart defect, asthma, heavy fever, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders.
- Management of gum disease and conditions including ulcer, short frenulum, mucocele and pediatric periodontal disease.
- Care for dental injuries (Eg.Fractures displaced or knocked out teeth).
A Pedodontist offers a wide range of treatment options, as well as expertise and training to care for your child’s teeth, gums and mouth.
Oral Hygiene Instructions:
- Use of feeding bottles throughout the night should be avoided.
- Drinking water to be given after feeding
- Children of age groups below 3 - brushing twice should be done by the parents.
- Children above 3years - ask them to brush regularly and monitor them.
- Rinse the mouth after each meal and after eating chocolates is necessary.
- Regular visit to a dental office could maintain good oral health of a child.