Children Dentistry
Child dentistry deals with providing better oral health care to children right from infancy to teenage years. As kids tend to lose their primary set of teeth which is then replaced by a secondary set, it is important to take care of their oral health to have a proper alignment of teeth and avoid any oral-related issues in the future. At KK MULTI SPECIALITY DENTAL CLINIC® in KARIMNAGAR, we have best pediatric dentists in Karimnagar for child dentistry. We serve a special program for child dentistry that deals with:
- Oral examination.
- Gum disease treatment.
- Habit reversal counselling.
- Tooth cavity treatment and various dental injuries.
It’s just a baby tooth, anyway, it will fall off. Why should we get it treated?
Yes, milk teeth are the primary set of teeth and they shed off in the growing years to replace them by a Secondary set of teeth. But if we don’t provide intense dental care to children right from childhood, it may lead to some other dental-related problems such as,
- Problem in articulation.
- Eating and chewing issues.
- Bad psychological growth and personality disorder.
- Problems leading to Malnutrition.
When should my child visit the dentist?
A child can be taken to the dentist at best dental clinic in Karimnagar once the teeth start showing up. To begin a healthy oral care routine for a kid it is important to visit the dentist as earliest as possible.
Are thumb-sucking and pacifier habits harmful for kid’s oral health?
Children developing the habit of thumb sucking or using a pacifier is common at the early stage. Although some children tend to drop these habits on their own, some kids seem to follow them for a longer period. These habits can be very harmful to the child if it is prolonged. Also, there is a high chance of kids getting attracted to bacterial infections in the mouth or developing some other oral-related issues.
What should I do if my child falls and knocks out his/her tooth?
The right course of action can help a child a lot if he knocks out his tooth or teeth.
- Contact a dentist at children dental hospital in Karimnagar as soon as possible.
- Comfort the child
- Rinse the mouth with water.
- Apply cold compresses to avoid swelling.
- If the broken tooth is available take it to the dentist.
How safe are dental X-rays for children?
Dental X-rays are considered completely safe for children as the amount of radiation is monitored by the dentist.
Why is early orthodontic care important?
Early orthodontic care generally starts for children from the age of 5 to 6 years when they have their primary set of teeth. This dental care for kids is important to encourage the proper growth of teeth and to maintain a healthy oral routine. This treatment is provided to have:
- Healthy gums and teeth.
- Helps in having properly aligned teeth.
- To avoid jaw-related issues and provide better biting function.
- To have better permanent teeth.
- Helps avoid mouth infections and bad breath.
When can we start using toothpaste for children and how much?
Scientifically, children turning 3 years of age can start brushing their teeth regularly under the supervision of their parents. The amount of toothpaste used must be pea-sized to prevent damaging the kid’s gums as they are tender. Parents must ensure that children do not swallow the toothpaste as well to have a healthy oral care routine.
