Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry
Pedodontics (Pediatric Dentistry) is the branch of dentistry that deals with the preservation of the milk and permanent teeth of children aged 0-13 in a healthy manner, as well as the treatment of possible problems such as genetic, traumatic, and decay. Pedodontics monitors the development of the mouth, teeth, and jaw from infancy and offers preventive measures and treatments to prevent future potential problems.
The primary goal of pedodontics is to identify the source of problems, collaborate with parents to take preventive measures, and preserve the oral and dental health of children. The procedures applied for this purpose are called "preventive dentistry." Preventive dentistry includes regulating the dietary habits of children, preventing incorrect dietary habits, taking preventive measures in children at high risk of decay, and raising awareness among families about oral hygiene.
When to Go to the First Dentist Examination?
The dental health of children is important for a lifetime of healthy teeth. The eruption of the first milk teeth usually begins around 6 months and is completed by 2.5 years of age. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that a child's first dental examination should be conducted between 6 months to 1 year of age after the first tooth has erupted. This visit is important for taking preventive measures to avoid problems such as bottle or nursing decay. Along with recommendations for the child's nutrition, information is also provided on ways to maintain dental health.
The procedures performed on children in the field of pedodontics include:
- Preventive Dental Treatments
- Nutrition and Oral Hygiene Education for Children
- Restorative Treatments for Milk and Permanent Teeth
- Dental Trauma Treatments
- Space Maintainer Applications
- Preventive Orthodontic Treatments
- Extraction of Milk Teeth
- Endodontic Treatments
- Fissure Sealant Applications
- Fluoride Applications
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