Pediatric Dentistry (Pedodontics)
Pediatric dentistry is the field of dentistry that aims to monitor children's oral and dental health during the development of primary and permanent teeth, to address decay early, and to provide support with preventive applications such as fissure sealants.
What is it?
Pediatric dentistry covers the transition from primary teeth to permanent teeth. During this period, it is important to detect decay early, carry out preventive applications, and help the child build a positive relationship with the dentist.
Preventive approaches such as fissure sealants and, when needed, fluoride application can help protect the teeth against decay. The aim is to assess problems early and provide a calm experience that reduces the child's anxiety.
Who is it for?
Regular check-ups provide a suitable framework for monitoring dental development, planning preventive applications and, when needed, early intervention.
Decay, toothache or noticed changes in tooth alignment may require assessment. The approach to be applied is determined according to the child's age and dental development.
How does the process work?
At the first appointment, the child's oral and dental examination is carried out and the environment is introduced to the child. The necessary preventive applications or treatments are planned step by step according to the child's cooperation.
During treatment, the child feeling comfortable is prioritised; procedures are carried out at a calm pace and accompanied by explanation.
Frequently asked
When should my child start seeing the dentist?
Regular check-ups are important for monitoring dental development and detecting decay early. The timing and frequency of visits are planned according to the child's dental development after an examination.
Do primary teeth need treatment?
Primary teeth play an important role in chewing and in the correct positioning of permanent teeth. For this reason, decay in primary teeth is also assessed and treated when needed.
What is a fissure sealant?
A fissure sealant is a preventive application that helps protect the chewing surfaces of the back teeth against decay by sealing their grooves with a flowable material.
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