Pedodontics

What is Pedodontics?

Pedodontics is a branch of dentistry, also known as pediatric dentistry. Pedodontics is a specialty that examines, diagnoses, treats and provides preventive services for children’s oral and dental health. Pedodontists are dentists who are focused on working with young patients and have developed a special expertise specific to children’s dental health problems.

How are Pedodontic Treatments Performed?

Pedodontists create treatment plans based on children’s age, developmental level and specific needs. During treatment, it is important to establish a trusting relationship with children, prepare them for treatment and make the process a positive experience.

Child Dental Health is Important Because:

  • Good dental health habits can be established at an early age.
  • Children can develop a positive attitude towards the dental experience.
  • Dental health problems can be detected and treated at an early stage.
  • Tooth decay and other problems can be prevented or treated, which can prevent more serious problems in the future.

Services in the field of Pedodontics

  • Child Dental Examination: Regular dental examinations are performed to monitor children’s dental development and detect potential problems early.
  • Fluorine Applications: Fluoride applications are made to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent caries formation.
  • Filling Treatments: Filling applications are performed for the treatment of common cavities in children.
  • Tooth Extraction: Extraction of a decayed or damaged tooth is performed by the pedodontist when necessary.
  • Treatment of Tooth Decay: Treatment of dental caries, filling applications and tooth extractions, if any.
  • Orthodontic Evaluation: Evaluation of dental and jaw problems in children and referral to orthodontic treatment when necessary.
  • Dental Hygiene and Hygiene Education: Teaching children the habits of brushing and flossing.
  • Treatment of Dental Injuries: Treatment of dental problems caused by sports accidents or other injuries.
  • Dental Development Monitoring: Monitoring dental development in children, detection of missing teeth and treatment planning when necessary.
  • Special Oral Care Training for Children: Trainings on oral care for children and their parents.

Advice on Pedodontics

  • Early Start: Take your children to the dentist at the earliest possible age.
  • Oral Hygiene: Teach children regular brushing and flossing habits.
  • Balanced Nutrition: A healthy diet positively affects children’s dental health.
  • Reducing Fear of Treatment: Reduce your children’s fear of future treatment by presenting the dental experience in a positive and fun way.

Pedodontics

Frequently Asked Questions

The child should be taken to the dentist when the first tooth erupts, usually when the baby turns 1 year old or when the first tooth erupts.

Children’s teeth are important for the child’s speech development, proper eating habits and the proper eruption of permanent teeth.

Treatment for tooth decay depends on the child’s dental condition. Treatment options such as fillings, tooth extraction or dental crowns can be used.

Tooth extraction is usually done under local anesthesia. The dentist may use a special method for the child’s comfort and safety.

Pediatric dentists try to provide as comfortable a treatment experience as possible by using special treatment methods and anesthesia techniques for children.

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