The Pedo Dental Studio — Always There

How to Protect your kids smile

We recommend a first checkup by 12 months old to make certain that teeth and jaw development are normal, and even more importantly so that parents and guardians know how to help their children be healthy from the start.

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GUIDELINES FOR WORKING WITH CHILDREN

• Parents/guardians are always welcome in the room

• Comfort is always our concern

• Parent/guardian consent and guidance are vital, before any procedure

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FIRST VISIT TO PEDODONTIST

We recommend a first checkup by 12 months. A simple guide for when to schedule the first visit:

• no longer than 6 months after the first tooth erupts

• at least by 12 months old

• as soon as possible if you have any queries

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CHECKUPS

Education and prevention are the cornerstones of our concern for the dental health of children. In addition to teaching parents and guardians about dental care for their child, checkups are an appropriate time to comfortably and easily evaluate:

• how many teeth are present

• are all teeth present

• loose teeth if any

• braces / bite evaluation

• cavity check

• check health of gums

• habit evaluation

• homecare / prevention

• fluoride use

• review diet

• address adult’s concerns

• teach adults how to care for child’s teeth

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HOME DENTAL CARE TIPS

It is often difficult initially to brush your child’s teeth. They can really put up a struggle, screaming, kicking, crying, running away, not opening their mouths – every kid is different.

Healthy teeth and gums are so important to start out life with. We’ve often heard the value of choosing your battles with your children, and this is one to choose.

Remember that the initial challenge you face is actually more taxing on you than it ultimately is for your child.