Four reasons pediatric dentistry matters

 

Children must be introduced to oral health even before their first tooth grows out. The expert is that parents teach their children about dental care as soon as they reach the age of one. When the first tooth comes out, it is best to schedule an appointment with a pediatric dentist. 

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While parents are on the first line of defense when it comes to their child’s dental woes, bringing them to a pediatric dentist ensures that special care will be given to the child, which not all dentists can give. Particular dental issues or conditions in children require the expertise of a pediatric dentist. Dr. Kami Hoss, the founder of The Super Dentist, says that pediatric dentists use special methods to make kids comfortable every time they visit the dental office, most particularly during their first visit.

Pediatric dentists offer treatments such as infant oral health tests, including risk examinations for tooth decays in both child and mother; preventive dental care which includes fluoride treatments, cleaning, and diet and nutrition advice; early assessment and treatment for teeth alignment and correction for irregular bite; tooth cavity filling or repair; gum disease management; diagnosis of oral health conditions, and habit counseling particularly in children who use pacifiers or suck their thumbs.

Dr. Kami Hoss reminds his readers that children need a different kind of dental care, which also requires a different approach to treatments. Pediatric dentists are excellent in showing care and patience to children who may not be cooperative during visits to the dentist.

Dr. Kami Hoss is a sought-after author, consultant, inventor, and speaker in the fields of dentistry and business. He co-founded The Super Dentists, the largest pediatric dentistry and orthodontics practice in San Diego, with his business partner and wife Dr. Nazli Keri. For more updates from Dr. Kami Hoss, click here.