لماذا هو مهم؟
عادات العناية بالأسنان المكتسبة في الطفولة تستمر مدى الحياة. العلاجات الوقائية التي تبدأ في سن مبكرة تمنع مشاكل الأسنان التي قد تنشأ في المستقبل.
Baby teeth are not just temporary; they are critical for healthy eruption and proper positioning of permanent teeth.
Dental Care by Age
Things to pay attention to in each age period
Infancy
- Cleaning from the first tooth eruption
- Attention to pacifier and bottle use
- First dentist visit (age 1)
- Consultation about fluoride drops
Preschool
- Establishing regular brushing habits
- Using fluoride toothpaste
- Avoiding sugary foods
- Dental check-up every 6 months
Primary School
- Protective treatments for permanent teeth
- Fissure sealant application
- Orthodontic evaluation
- Use of sports mouthguards
Adolescence
- Orthodontic treatment evaluation
- Wisdom teeth monitoring
- Teeth whitening counseling
- Nutrition and dental health education
علاجات للأطفال
خيارات علاج خاصة لمرضانا الصغار
Preventive Fluoride Application
Fluoride gel application that strengthens tooth enamel and protects against decay.
Fissure Sealant
Special coating that protects the grooves and pits of permanent molars from decay.
Space Maintainer
Appliance that preserves the space of prematurely lost baby teeth for permanent teeth.
Pediatric Root Canal
Treatment of infected pulp in baby teeth (pulpotomy/pulpectomy).
Pediatric Crowns
Stainless steel or ceramic crowns for damaged baby teeth.
Dental Anxiety Management
Special approaches to prevent dental fear in children.
Tips for Parents
Tips to protect your child's dental health
First Visit Preparation
Describe the dentist visit positively to your child. Avoid words like "needle" or "pain".
Proper Brushing Technique
Brush all teeth with circular motions for 2 minutes. Parental help is needed until age 6.
Nutrition Recommendations
Avoid sugary and acidic drinks. Brushing between snacks is recommended.
Emergencies
Contact the dentist immediately in case of tooth fracture or avulsion. Keep the avulsed tooth in milk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about children's dental health
When should I take my child to the dentist for the first time?
The first dental examination should be done after the first tooth erupts or by age 1 at the latest. Early visits lay the foundation for preventive care.
Why are baby teeth important?
Baby teeth serve as placeholders for chewing, speaking and proper placement of permanent teeth. Early losses can cause crowding.
My child is afraid of the dentist, what should I do?
Our pedodontics specialists apply child-specific approaches. First, an introductory visit is made, and treatments are carried out gradually and gamified.
Is fluoride application safe for children?
Yes, professional fluoride applications are safe and very effective in preventing tooth decay. The dose is adjusted according to age.