Nothing is more important to us than our children. Part of our responsibility is to follow health tips to prevent problems and diseases related to children’s teeth. Fortunately, pediatric dentists have the necessary expertise to care for and prevent these causes.
Pediatric dentistry
Pediatric dentistry is one of the 10 dental specialties recognized by the Academy of American Dental Association, which includes general dental health, endodontics, oral and maxillofacial pathology, oral and facial radiology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, Orthodontics and orthopedics are dentistry, periodontics and dental prosthetics
A pediatric dentist is a doctor who studies and examines the necessary skills to care for teeth, gums, diseases and children’s mouths during his academic career.
The most complicated part of the activity and treatment of dentists is related to babies. Babies start crying at the first encounter and opening their mouths for examination is quite difficult, but pediatric dentists have these specialties and skills. So don’t worry about this.
Children start teething in the first 6 months of their lives, and at the age of 6-7, they start losing their first set of milk teeth, which are eventually replaced by permanent and secondary teeth.
What kind of treatment is offered for pediatric dentistry?
Pediatric dentists provide comprehensive oral health care that includes:
_ Oral health examinations of newborns, which includes the risk of tooth decay of mother and child
_ Preventive care, including the use of cleaners, especially fluoride, and the necessary recommendations related to nutrition and diet.
_ Advice on the habits of babies and children in the field of pacifier and thumb use
_ Early evaluation and treatment to straighten teeth and correct improper bite (orthodontics)
_ Repair of incomplete tooth cavities
_ Diagnosis of oral and dental conditions to deal with diseases such as diabetes, rare congenital heart defects, asthma, hay fever and hyperactivity disorders.
_ Management of gum diseases and infections including ulcers, short frenulas, and periodontal diseases.
_ Caring for dental injuries such as broken or displaced teeth