Kids Dentistry
Studies have shown that a child’s overall health is closely linked to his or her oral health. It is important to develop good oral habits at an early age and schedule regular dental visits for children. This speciality of dentistry deals with children’s oral and dental health, from birth through adolescence. Children undergo various stages of teeth transition as well as problems right from their first tooth to getting their permanent teeth. Because paediatric dental disease is progressive, children’s suffering gets worse as they age leading to severe pain, gum disease, damaged or misplaced teeth, abscesses, and other secondary infections. But we believe that every child deserves a bright pain-free smile.
Tooth Decay in Children
Tooth decay or cavities in children is a very common and fast-growing problem posing serious health risks. The main reason for cavities is the food and bacteria which gets trapped in the gaps and fissures of the teeth. Some possible causes of tooth decay in children are:
- Bad bacteria
- Absence of healthy saliva
- Dietary habits (poor) – frequent intake of sugar and acidic foods
Orthodontic treatment - space management
Your child’s early teeth are lost naturally to make way for their permanent teeth. When that happens, permanent teeth can erupt out of position or shift into another tooth’s space leading to crooked or crowded teeth. Custom-made space maintainers solve this problem and help your child develop the best bite possible. Crooked, misaligned or overlapping teeth can be straightened using orthodontics treatment.
Enhance the oral healthcare of children
Learning and establishing healthy habits is fundamental to maintaining good oral health and strong teeth. Moreover, children should brush twice a day with a soft, gentle and effective tooth brush. Here’s an insight into the safe protective factors or prevention treatment for kids –
- Sealants – plastic coatings which are placed on the chewing surface of the permanent tooth to prevent its decay.
- Antimicrobials – they help to get rid of the bad bacteria and encourages growth of good bacteria in the mouth.
- Flouride application– helps to fight the bacteria, strengthens the tooth surface and prevents demineralization.
- Effective diet – a good nutrition is essential for good oral health.
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FAQs
If you are still uncertain about what to expect during the treatment, these answers will clear your doubts.
Any soft-bristled brush with a small head made for infants should be used once a day to clean your baby’s teeth.
As soon as your baby starts teething, or his/her first tooth appears, a visit to a paediatric dentist is a must to prevent dental problems later on.
It is recommended to take your child for a dental check-up every six months to prevent cavities and other dental issues. The visits may vary depending upon the child’s personal oral health.
Yes, cavities are a common dental problem that affects children of all ages. Depending on the severity of the cavity, your dentist may fill the tooth or create a crown as needed.
What goes into a child’s mouth is very important as food is the major factor affecting a kid’s overall health. Make sure your child avoids sugar and starch-based foods and acidic beverages. Instead encourage them to have a healthy balanced diet to protect their teeth from decay.