Pediatric Dentistry Center

Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric dentistry focuses on oral care for children—from infancy to adolescence.

Specialists ensure proper dental treatment with minimal discomfort, making visits smooth and stress-free.

It includes:

• preventive care
• early orthodontic assessment
• treatment of dental diseases

When to Plan the First Dental Visit?

You can start planning when early signs of teething appear:

• increased drooling
• swollen gums
• irritability and crying
• reduced appetite
• slight fever
• poor sleep

Why Early Visits Matter

Early dental visits help:

• prevent dental problems
• reduce fear of dentists
• develop good oral hygiene habits

Children’s Dental Care Includes:

• minimally invasive caries treatment
• treatment of baby teeth
• sealing permanent molars
• oral hygiene education
• fluoride treatments
• orthodontic assessment

How to Recognize the First Tooth

Dentists recommend:

• teething rings (safe size, no liquid-filled ones)
• gentle gum massage

Visit a dentist when:

• the first tooth erupts
• or by age one, even if no teeth have appeared

Importance of the First Visit

It allows:

• monitoring of tooth development
• selection of proper hygiene tools
• identification of risk factors

Statistics show:

• every second child under 3 has tooth decay
• up to 94% of preschool children are affected by caries

Regular dental visits help prevent complications.

Signs of Tooth Decay in Children

• discoloration on teeth
• tooth pain
• sensitivity
• visible cavities
• changes in gum appearance