Pediatric Dentistry (Pedodontics)
- First Meeting: A Fearless Beginning:
Your child's first appointment with the dentist is the most important step in their lifelong oral health journey. For us, this first meeting is not a "treatment session," but a meet-and-greet party decorated with games. In this process, where white coats are not intimidating and tools are given funny names like "tooth ticklers," gaining the trust of our little guest is our biggest priority. - Why Are Primary Teeth So Important?
We do not neglect primary teeth by thinking, "A new one will replace it anyway." Primary teeth enable your child to speak properly, help them eat comfortably, and most importantly, guide the permanent teeth that will come from underneath. A primary tooth lost early can pave the way for complex orthodontic problems in the future. We are here to keep these guiding teeth healthy and in place.
Our Treatments That Protect Little Smiles
Methods we apply to protect your child's teeth against decay like a "superhero":
- Fissure Sealant (Tooth Vaccine): We prevent germs from entering by covering the deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of teeth.
- Space Maintainers: By preserving the space of prematurely lost teeth, we ensure that permanent teeth emerge from the correct place.
- Fluoride Applications: We strengthen tooth enamel to create a shield against decay.
- Colored Fillings: To make the treatment fun, we repair your child's teeth with colored fillings chosen by them
When Should the First Examination Take Place?
Why so early?
• Nutritional Guidance: We detect early on whether your baby's feeding habits (night feeding, bottle use, etc.) are harmful to their teeth.
• Prevention of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay: This first step is critical to prevent early childhood caries from forming, or to intervene immediately if they have already formed.
• A Fearless Foundation: If your child comes to the clinic just to "have their teeth counted" before they experience any toothache, they will code the dentist's chair as a fun stop rather than a scary place.
• Development Tracking: We observe the effects of jaw development and habits such as thumb sucking on the oral structure at an early stage.
Remember:
The first examination is not a "treatment" for you, but an informative session; for your child, it is a process of meeting a new friend. Not being late means preventing complex treatments in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions?
Yes, it is necessary. Primary teeth are not just for chewing; they are natural space maintainers that protect the space for the permanent teeth that will come from underneath. If an untreated primary tooth becomes inflamed, it can damage the structure of the permanent tooth below or lead to dental crowding later on if it needs to be extracted prematurely.
Actually, from the moment the first tooth appears in the mouth! Cleaning should be done twice a day, using a clean piece of gauze or a finger brush for babies, and an age-appropriate toothbrush for children. Even if we say "they can brush by themselves," parental supervision is very important until their motor skills develop (around 7–8 years old).
It absolutely does not cause harm; on the contrary, it protects. It is a procedure of covering the deep and decay-prone grooves on the molars with a flowable sealant. No abrasion is performed; you can think of it as a "shield" placed over the tooth. It largely prevents decay formation.
This is a very natural feeling. We use the "tell-show-do" method in our clinic. We introduce our tools to them and enable them to overcome their fears through games. You avoiding scary sentences at home, such as "If you don't behave, they will give you an injection," will make the process much easier for us.
Unfortunately, yes. Sugary milk, formula, or fruit juice given before or during sleep at night causes acid accumulation on the teeth as saliva flow decreases. This leads to widespread and rapidly progressing decay, which we call "baby bottle tooth decay".
If these habits continue after the age of 3–4, they can affect the upper jaw structure and tooth alignment. Regular check-ups are vital to notice this situation early and take the necessary precautions or to use habit-breaking appliances.
Fluoride applied in the right dose and by a specialist provides resistance against decay by strengthening tooth enamel. The fluoride varnishes we apply in our clinic are safe professional products that minimize the risk of swallowing and adhere only to the tooth surface.
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