Children Dentistry - Chennai Dental Centre

We specialize in the pediatric dental treatment of children from birth through the teens, and focus on creating healthy, beautiful smiles. Make an appointment at one of our convenient locations throughout the Chennai area and ensure that your child is getting the highest quality of pediatric dental care available in Our clinics. Our children dentist provides: We take a unique approach to the oral health of children, as we ensure that your children have a pleasant experience so that they don’t grow into adults that fear the dentist’s chair. Regular dental check ups Dental health advice; including dietary advice and tooth development X-rays to help detect tooth decay and presence of teeth Fluoride treatment to help prevent tooth decay Fissure sealants-plastic coatings to help prevent tooth decay Fillings as required Extraction of unhealthy teeth Local anaesthetic for fillings and extractions Children Dentist Pedodontics or Pediatric Dentistry refers to a branch of dentistry that specializes in dental care for children under the age of 16. Pediatric dentists require an extra two to three years of dental training that prepare them in meeting the unique dental needs of infant, children, and adolescent dental care. This also includes those with special health care needs. Pedodontics or Pediatric Dentistry refers to a branch of dentistry that specializes in dental care for children under the age of 16. Pediatric dentists require an extra two to three years of dental training that prepare them in meeting the unique dental needs of infant, children, and adolescent dental care. This also includes those with special health care needs. When should parents begin to clean their baby’s teeth? “The sooner, the better!” The [American Academy of Pediatric Dentistrystates that parents should begin dental cleaning at birth, by cleaning their child’s gums with a soft infant toothbrush and water. Unless it is advised by your child’s pediatric dentist, fluoridated toothpaste is not recommended until 2-3 years of age. When should children first visit a dentist? "First visit by first birthday" According to the [American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry;] children should first visit the dentist when they receive their first tooth or by the child’s first birthday. Early dental care is important for dental prevention in the future. However, dental problems can begin early. A major dental concern for young children is Early Childhood Caries, also known as baby bottle tooth decay or nursing caries. How can I prevent tooth decay from a bottle or nursing? To prevent tooth decay in young children, the [American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry; recommends that children be encouraged to begin drinking from a cup as they approach their first birthday. At nap times or at night, children should not fall asleep with a bottle. It is recommended that nighttime breast-feeding be avoided after the first primary (baby) teeth begin to erupt. Drinking juice or other sugary drinks from a bottle should always be avoided. When such drinks are offered, they should be served in a cup.