Specialised kids Dentistry

Specialised kids Dentistry

Specialised kids Dentistry

Specialized Kids Dentistry is also called Pediatric Dentistry. These dentists focus on the oral health of infants, children, and teenagers, including kids with special needs.

What Is Specialized Kids Dentistry?

Pediatric dentists are specially trained (usually 2–3 extra years after dental school) to treat children’s teeth, gums, and developing jaws at every stage of childhood.

What Pediatric Dentists Do

1. Preventive Care

  • Cleaning and polishing
  • Fluoride treatment
  • Sealants to prevent cavities
  • Diet & brushing guidance

2. Treating Cavities & Decay

  • Child-friendly fillings
  • Pulp therapy (kids’ version of root canal)
  • Crowns for baby teeth (usually stainless steel or zirconia “white crowns”)

3. Early Orthodontics

  • Monitoring growth of the jaw
  • Early braces or habit-correcting appliances
  • Space maintainers if a baby tooth falls out early

4. Habit Management

  • Thumb sucking
  • Tongue thrusting
  • Teeth grinding (bruxism)

5. Emergency Care

  • Knocked-out teeth
  • Fractured teeth
  • Oral injuries

6.Care for Kids With Special Needs

  • Autism, ADHD, sensory issues
  • Gentle desensitization visits
  • Sedation options if needed.

Why Kids Need a Pediatric Dentist

  • Children’s teeth develop differently
  • Baby teeth have thinner enamel → cavities spread faster
  • Kids need smaller instruments and gentler techniques
  • Pediatric clinics are child-friendly (toys, cartoons, calming colors)
  • Dentists are trained to handle dental anxiety

Common Pediatric Dental Treatments

Treatment

Purpose

Fluoride varnish

Strengthens enamel

Sealants

Protect chewing surfaces from decay

Space maintainers

Keep space open for adult teeth

Stainless steel crowns

Restore badly decayed baby teeth

Zirconia crowns

Tooth-colored crowns for kids

Pulpotomy / Pulpectomy

Treat deep decay; saves the tooth

Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)

Helps anxious kids relax

When Should Kids First See a Dentist?

✔ By age 1, or
✔ Within 6 months of the first tooth coming in.

How to Care for Children’s Teeth

  • Brush twice daily (pea-sized fluoride toothpaste from age 3)
  • Limit sugary snacks and juices
  • Regular dental checkups every 6 months