What is Pedodontics?

Pedodontics is a special branch of dentistry that deals with the oral and dental health of children from infancy to adolescence. The main goal in this field is to protect children's oral health, to prevent and treat problems that may occur, as well as to gain the right habits for oral hygiene.

Scope of Pedodontics

-Health of Milk Teeth: Prevention and treatment of caries.

-Development of Permanent Teeth: Monitoring the healthy eruption and development of permanent teeth.

-Preventive Treatments:

-Fluorine Application: It is a protective method applied to the tooth surface to reduce the risk of caries.

-Fissure Sealants Prevents caries formation by protecting the chewing surfaces of the teeth.

-Trauma Management: Rapid and effective intervention in tooth fractures and other traumatic injuries.

-Orthodontic Approaches: Preventive treatments for early-onset jaw and dental disorders.

-Prosthetic Solutions: Special prosthesis applications for children in case of loss of milk teeth.

Approach to Dental Treatment in Children

Pedodontics aims not only at dental treatment, but also at helping children develop a positive attitude towards the dentist. A more comfortable treatment process is provided with devices and techniques specially designed for children.

-Initial Examination: A dental check-up is recommended when babies' first teeth erupt (around 6 months).

-Regular Checkups: The child's oral health is regularly monitored to prevent caries and other problems.

-Educational Approach: Children are trained in tooth brushing and oral hygiene.