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WHAT IS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY (PEDODONTICS)?
Pediatric dentistry, or pedodontics, is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on the care, treatment, and healthy development of primary and permanent teeth in children aged 0–13. At Eray Şahinsev Dental Clinic, pedodontics plays a crucial role in establishing lifelong dental habits, encouraging children to willingly maintain regular dental visits. Beyond dental health, this field prioritizes children’s emotional well-being, ensuring a positive experience with dentistry.
WHAT DOES A PEDODONTIST DO?
A pedodontist monitors the proper development of a child’s jaw and teeth, providing the following services:
Regular Checkups and Monitoring: Assesses the child’s caries risk and tracks the development of their jaw and teeth.
Preventive Treatments: Performs dental cleanings, fluoride applications, fissure sealants, and preventive or interceptive orthodontic treatments.
Treatment and Restoration: Treats caries in primary and permanent teeth, repairs teeth damaged by trauma or accidents, and addresses habits like teeth grinding (bruxism) with night guards.
Education and Guidance: Evaluates children’s dietary habits, educates parents on pedodontics and treatments, and helps children develop healthy dental habits without fear of the dentist (dental phobia).
Special Cases: Designs personalized treatment plans for hereditary dental issues or cases requiring special attention.
ADVANTAGES OF PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY (PEDODONTICS)
Strong Communication: Expert pedodontists build trust with children, easing their fears and making treatments enjoyable.
Child-Friendly Environment: Offers a welcoming, non-intimidating atmosphere, unlike standard dental clinics, ensuring children feel comfortable.
Preventive Approach: Encourages early dental visits, fostering lifelong healthy dental habits and awareness.
FISSURE SEALANTS
Fissure sealants are a preventive treatment to protect primary, permanent, and premolar teeth from decay.
Application: A fluid, filling-like material is applied to the grooved surfaces of the teeth.
Benefit: Prevents food and bacteria buildup in the grooves.
Feature: A quick, simple, and cost-effective procedure, especially recommended for permanent molars.
FLUORIDE APPLICATION
Fluoride application strengthens teeth and prevents decay through a protective treatment.
Duration: Takes about 1–4 minutes, applied to both upper and lower jaws.
Frequency: Typically repeated every 6 months.
Benefit: A simple, affordable, and effective method.
PRIMARY TOOTH EXTRACTION
Natural Process: Each primary tooth has a specific shedding age. Permanent tooth buds develop in the jawbone, and once their roots are over halfway formed, they begin to erupt, pushing out the primary teeth.
Role of Primary Teeth: They guide the alignment of permanent teeth.
Importance: Early extraction due to caries can cause the space to close, leading to crowding of permanent teeth.
Solution: If a primary tooth cannot be saved and must be extracted, a space maintainer (a small appliance) is recommended to preserve the space for the permanent tooth.
AFTER PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY TREATMENT
To reduce stress during and after treatment, the following measures are taken:
Fun Support: Distractions like balloons, fun stickers, or books (excluding sugary treats) are provided to keep children engaged.
Dietary Guidelines: Avoid hard, hot foods, and drinks post-treatment to protect the treated area.
Medication and Instructions: Follow the dentist’s prescribed medications and instructions carefully to ensure a successful recovery.
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