Humans start teething when they are as young as 6 months old and develop their set of primary ‘milk’ teeth.
At the age of 6-7 years, humans start losing their milk teeth and the permanent set of teeth start emerging. Because the milk teeth will eventually fall off, some parents tend to ignore taking their child to a dentist.
Humans start teething when they are as young as 6 months old and develop their set of primary ‘milk’ teeth.
At the age of 6-7 years, humans start losing their milk teeth and the permanent set of teeth start emerging. Because the milk teeth will eventually fall off, some parents tend to ignore taking their child to a dentist.
WHY DO WE NEED A KIDS SPECIALIST?
WHAT TREATMENT MODALITIES ARE OFFERED BY THE PEDIATRIC DENTIST
- 1. Examination of infants and teens. It includes the oral caries assessment in mothers and their kids
- 2. They are an expert is protecting your kids’ teeth by doing a fluoride treatment
- 3. Habit counseling in which the doctors help to keep the habits of kids in control
- 4. Correction of crooked and misaligned teeth
- 5. Treatment of tooth cavities
- 6. Treatment of dental injuries
TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR KIDS
Root Canal Treatment In Milk Teeth
If you
think your child is too young to need root canal treatment, think again —
there is no age limit for this treatment. If his/her primary (baby)
teeth have been injured, or if decay has advanced deep into the roots of
your child’s teeth, a root canal treatment to stabilize teeth may be
needed.
Root canal treatment removes the infection from the pulp, the
living tissue that is found inside the tooth’s roots. The pulp contains
the tooth’s nerves, so tooth pain is often an indication that decay has
moved into the pulp.
Root canal treatment is a simple procedure
wherein instruments are used to clean the root canals of teeth followed
by inserting a medication so as to maintain the teeth properly in the
oral cavity.
- 1. Twin Block
- 2. Frankly
- 3. Habit Breaking appliances
- 4. Space Maintainers
- 6. Head Gear
PREVENTION TREATMENTS FOR KIDS:
Fluoride Application
A common problem for
which parents usually take their children to the dentist is decay. This
is because there is a lack of proper dexterity of brushing in children.
To avoid the problem of decay, parents should get the Fluoride
application treatment in children at regular intervals. Fluoride helps
to fight plaque and bacteria which can cause enamel loss which further
causes cavities. Fluoride also strengthens the tooth structure &
helps in bone growth. Under this treatment, the dentist incorporates
fluoride ions into the tooth structure making them more prone to acid
dissolution. This treatment is equally useful for both milk &
permanent teeth.
Sealants
The main reason for decay is the
food and bacteria that is trapped in the pits & fissures of teeth.
We chew food from the back teeth like molars and premolars which are
never flat. The pits & fissures as discussed above are the
depressions on these back teeth. They function as potential traps for
bacteria & food and make it susceptible to decay. Therefore, as a
preventive measure, certain pits and fissure sealants are placed.
Dental
sealants then come to the rescue. Sealants are plastic coatings placed
on the chewing surface of the permanent tooth. They protect the tooth
from decay. Because of fissures the permanent back teeth, molars, and
premolars are vulnerable to decay.
As we talked about the habits, it
is important to inculcate the habit of maintaining good oral health at a
very initial stage. This is an investment which will pay lifelong
dividends in the form of healthy teeth and a healthy lifestyle. Parents
should take initiatives to teach their children the correct technique of
brushing and for that, it is highly important that they themselves
should know the correct way of brushing. Make brushing a fun-filled
activity for your child, brush along with them and encourage them to
take preventive actions.
Toothpaste And Toothbrush
Apart from the
aforementioned treatment options, make sure that your kids brush twice
daily. Brushing before sleeping is extremely important because the food
you eat during the day get stuck between your teeth and bacteria in your
mouth will feed on that food overnight causing decay. If possible teach
your child how to floss as it is the added protection for your teeth
WHAT TO PAY FOR KIDS’ DENTISTRY SERVICES?
Pediatric dental visits cost a little less than adult visits generally. For most of the services like cleaning and common checkup, the prices are affordable. However, some dental treatments can be marginally higher in cost if your child’s dental health is not immaculate. You can learn more about them in detail by visiting any of our dental clinics in India. Smylexl has experienced specialists for kids dental care right in your neighborhood. Ideally, it is advised that a child’s first dental visit should be planned when the first tooth erupts
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q.1. What Is The Minimum Age For Visiting A Kid’s Dentist?
You
should take your child to the pediatric dentist as soon as the first
tooth erupts in their mouth, or right around the time your child turns
one. Book an appointment with an expert at your nearest Smylexl Dental
Clinic for pediatric consultation.
Q.2. How Long Should A Child Visit A Pediatric Dentist?
It
is mandatory for a child to see a pediatric dentist till the age of 14,
because by this time, all of their permanent teeth have grown out.
Beyond this, it is the choice of the child and his/her parents. However,
it is recommended that a child should visit a pediatric dentist till
the age of 16.
Q.3. When Should A Child Start Brushing?
For
children, brushing should start with the eruption of the first tooth.
However, expert kids dentist advice to make sure that the amount of
toothpaste should be very small, almost equivalent to a grain of rice.
Q.4. Should Mothers Clean The Mouth Of Babies If There Are No Teeth?
It
is extremely important to maintain oral hygiene and keep the mouth
clean & clear of germs, irrespective of the age. Mothers can clean
the mouth, both upper and lower jaw, of their children with the help of a
soft cloth
Q.5. Is It Normal For Babies To Have A White Tongue?
Most
babies have a white coating on their tongue in the initial few weeks,
which is completely normal. There is nothing wrong with their oral
hygiene.
Q.6. What Is The Importance Of Milk Teeth?
As milk teeth erupt and fall, people often think that they do not matter in the overall part of oral hygiene. However, milk teeth play some really important roles, like:
- 1. They play the primary role of biting, chewing, and grinding the food before digesting it
- 2. They are also important in speech patterns and training
- 3. Milk teeth are the basis of the development of the jaw bones and muscles.
- 4. They provide the necessary shape of the mouth and room for permanent teeth to erupt.