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Pedodontics
Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry. They are specially trained for children’s unique dental health needs
Their professional education includes two to three years of specialized study after becoming a dentist, emphasizing child psychology, growth and development. Infants, preschoolers, children, and adolescents each need different approaches in dealing with their behavior, guiding their dental growth and development, and helping them avoid future dental problems. The pediatric dentist is best qualified to meet these needs
To help a child stay totally healthy, the pediatric dentist often works with pediatricians, other physicians and other dental specialists. All children, whether healthy, chronically ill, disabled, or mentally impaired are served best through this team approach. This specialty is becoming even more important as a result of technical advances in medicine and dentistry and the increased populations of children with chronic diseases and congenital problems.
Our pedodontists are specialized in oral health care of children, with special emphasis on prevention of all abnormalities of teeth and jaws using various methods like Fluoride applications Pit and Fissure sealants etc.
They are also trained in management of unco-operative, physically handicapped and mentally challenged children.
The hospital is equipped with an operation theatre, ICU and private rooms to perform dental treatments under General anaesthesia or Conscious sedation, thereby all uncoperative, fearful, mentally and physically challenged kids are taken care.
What is Pediatric Dentistry?
It is a speciality that provide both primary and complete oral health care for infants and children till adolescence including those with special health care needs.
Who is a pediatric dentist?
Pediatric dentist is one who deals with all kinds of dental problems for children and are highly trained to manage and treat child patients by creating friendly environment suitable for the child.
There is nothing more beautiful than a child’s smile. This beautiful smile needs your help. The parent’s role in taking care of their child’s teeth is highly important.
Good oral health practices should begin when the child is about 12 months and continued throughout adult life. Taking care of your child’s oral health will lead into having a cavity free set of teeth.
As a patient, you are the most important role model your child can have for learning healthy practices.