Procedures Offered by a Kid-Friendly Dentist

Kid-friendly dentists treat a wide array of oral issues in children of all ages. It is recommended that you take your child in for their first dental checkup when the first tooth erupts. This is usually between the ages of four and seven months. Make dental appointments a positive experience for your child by booking with a kid-friendly dentist.

Common procedures from a kid-friendly dentist

Dental cleanings

First, the teeth and gums will be examined for any apparent problems. After a thorough examination, the dental hygienist will clean and polish the teeth to remove plaque, an invisible substance that causes cavities. The dentist will then carefully take X-rays of the mouth to determine if there are any deeper issues.

The main priority of any kid-friendly dentist is to make the patient feel comfortable and relaxed during a procedure. He or she will explain exactly what is going to happen so there are no surprises when the child is in the dentist chair. Kids with healthy teeth will need to get a dental cleaning and examination every six months. However, if your child has one or more cavities, the dentist may recommend more frequent visits to monitor and maintain teeth health.

Preventive care training

A kid-friendly dentist is highly trained to teach children how to brush and floss. Instructing children early on that oral health is of the utmost importance will ensure a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. The dentist will explain how to prevent cavities and demonstrate the proper technique to keep up dental hygiene. Diet is another important aspect of oral health. A diet rich in calcium and low in sugary food and drinks helps the jawbone to develop and protect from tooth decay.

Fluoride varnish

The teeth and jaw go through a lot of changes in the first few years of life. Baby teeth are coming in and the jawbone is developing. Even before the second set of teeth erupts, protecting baby teeth can give your child the gift of excellent oral health. Fluoride varnish is a substance that can be applied directly to teeth. Fluoride remineralizes the enamel and fortifies this outermost layer. Encouraging healthy enamel will naturally protect teeth from bacterial attacks.

Cavity fillings

Any parent knows that children are not always the most consistent with their dental care. No matter how often a child brushes or flosses, cavities can still appear. When this happens, a kid-friendly dentist will be able to solve the problem in no time. The dentist will first clear tooth decay and sterilize the area. Once cleaned, the dentist will then use a tooth-colored composite material to seal the space and protect the tooth from advancing decay.

Extractions

A tooth will need to be extracted if it is heavily damaged or to make space so other teeth have enough room to develop correctly. Extractions are sometimes used in combination with a space maintainer, a device that holds the empty space so the permanent tooth can grow in properly.

Orthodontic care

Aligning teeth is not only for older children and teens. Baby teeth that come in crowded can benefit from early orthodontic care. Preventing crowded teeth early on will lessen the cost and effects of teeth straightening later in life.

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