Children's dentistry
Preventive dentistry and treatment for children
Fluoride and fissure sealants lower the risk of decay, and healthy oral care habits are built early.
In children's dentistry the aim is not to treat one tooth but to shape the relationship a child forms with the dentist. If the first visit is unfrightening, every later one is easier.
Baby teeth are temporary but they hold space for the permanent ones. A milk tooth lost early can mean orthodontic work years later. In that case a space maintainer can keep the gap open until the permanent tooth comes through.
Who is it for?
- A first dental visit
- Suspected decay in a baby tooth
- Children with a bad previous experience
How the treatment works
- 01
Getting acquainted
The first visit leaves time for the child to get used to the room; the examination follows at the child’s pace.
- 02
Preventive care
Fluoride and fissure sealants lower the risk of decay.
- 03
Habit coaching
Brushing technique is taught at the child's level.
After your treatment
Avoid words like pain or needle before the appointment. Arriving without expectations is the single strongest influence on how it goes.
Frequently asked questions
When should the first visit be?
After the first tooth appears, by age one at the latest. Starting check-ups early builds good habits before problems arise.
Do baby teeth need treating?
Yes. Untreated decay causes pain, infection and can damage the permanent tooth beneath.
Children's dentistry
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