What is a Children Dentist?

A child’s oral health from infancy through adolescence is the focus of pediatric dentists. They are qualified and have the experience necessary to look after a child’s mouth, teeth, and gums as they develop through childhood.

In the first six months of life, babies start to develop their baby teeth. They begin to lose their initial set of teeth around the age of 6 or 7, and after that, secondary, permanent teeth take their place.

Without regular dental care, kids may develop oral diseases including decay and illness that can be painful and complicated for the rest of their lives. An infectious condition called early childhood dental caries affects children more frequently than asthma and hay fever combined, by a factor of 5 and 7, respectively. about 1 in 5 (20%) kids between the ages of 5 and

What kind of training do Children dentists have?

Children dentists have completed at least:

1.Four years of dental school
2.Two additional years of residency training in dentistry for infants, children, teens and children with special needs

What types of treatments do Children dentists provide?

Children dentists provide comprehensive oral health care that includes the following:

Infant oral health exams, which include risk assessment for caries in mother and child

Preventive dental care including cleaning and fluoride treatments, as well as nutrition and diet recommendations

Habit counseling (for example, 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 diabetes​, congenital heart defect, asthma, hay fever and attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD​)

Management of gum diseases and conditions including ulcers, short frenulae, mucoceles and pediatric periodontal disease
Care for dental injuries (for example, fractured, displaced or knocked-out teeth)

Where can I find a Children dentist?

Children dentists practice in a variety of locations including private practices, dental schools, and medical centers. Your pediatrician can help you find a pediatric dentist near your home.

Pediatric dentists — the best care for children

Children are not just small adults. They are not always able to be patient and cooperative during a dental exam. Pediatric dentists know how to examine and treat children in ways that make them comfortable. In addition, pediatric dentists use specially designed equipment in offices that are arranged and decorated with children in mind.

A pediatric dentist offers a wide range of treatment options, as well as expertise and training to care for your child’s teeth, gums and mouth. When your pediatrician suggests that your child receive a dental exam, you can be assured that a pediatric dentist will provide the best possible care.

How to find a pediatric dentist
To find a dentist to care for your child visit the Focus Dental of  India Dentistry web site or focusdentalindia.com

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