Preventive and Restorative Dentistry
Children’s Dental Treatments & Paediatric Dentistry
Paediatric dentistry is a dental specialty that monitors the oral and dental development of children aged 0–14 and focuses on the protection and treatment of both primary and permanent teeth. At our clinic, children’s dental procedures are carried out in accordance with clinical disinfection standards while taking their anatomical and psychological development into consideration. Preventing the premature loss of primary teeth and carefully monitoring jaw development form the foundation of good oral health later in life.
Key Features
Why Choose Pure Dental for Children’s Dental Care?
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Paediatric Dentistry
When should a child have their first paediatric dental examination?
The World Health Organization and paediatric dentistry associations recommend that a child’s first dental examination take place after the first primary tooth erupts, usually between six months and one year of age.
Should primary teeth be treated even though they will eventually fall out?
Yes. Primary teeth help children eat properly and develop speech while preserving space for the permanent teeth developing beneath them. Untreated infections in primary teeth may damage the developing permanent teeth.
Is fissure sealant treatment painful?
No. Fissure sealant treatment is a completely painless preventive procedure. The grooves are simply sealed without removing any tooth structure, so no anaesthesia is required.
When should children start brushing their teeth?
Oral cleaning should begin as soon as the first primary tooth appears. During infancy, a clean piece of gauze or a finger toothbrush may be used. As the child grows, this should be replaced with an age-appropriate toothbrush.
Why is a space maintainer necessary after the early loss of a primary tooth?
When a primary tooth is lost prematurely, the adjacent teeth may shift into the empty space. This can prevent the developing permanent tooth from erupting properly, potentially causing it to remain impacted or emerge in a crowded or misaligned position and leading to orthodontic problems.
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You can contact our clinic to learn more about paediatric dentistry, preventive dental treatments, and the examination process.
