More than just a dentist who treats children, a pediatric dentist is a specialist in the field. Our team at Medcare Dental in Claremont has received additional training beyond their general dentistry degree because pediatric dentistry is a recognized speciality in the dental field.
When it comes to taking their children to the dentist, most parents can relax knowing that they are in good hands. In the meanwhile, we’d like to explain what pediatric dentistry entails.
The development of baby teeth is of particular relevance to us because we are dealing with youngsters and because everyone should have teeth that last a lifetime. To put it another way, your child’s first set of teeth are more than just a placeholder for the adult teeth that will eventually appear.
Permanent teeth are held in place by baby teeth. As a result, they play a key part in children’s speech and chewing development.
In addition to their dental training, our pediatric dentists also have a background in child psychology. To ensure that our young patients feel comfortable and at ease, we make an effort to create an environment that is both welcoming and accessible to them. Drill and injection, for example, can sound threatening to a youngster, so we avoid using them. Adults, too, may find them a little unnerving.
We spend a lot of time keeping an eye on the development of our young patients’ teeth. This allows us to foresee possible problems and treat them before they become serious. In addition to cavities, this covers how teeth are positioned in relation to the rest of the mouth.
Our goal at Medcare Dental in Claremont is to provide the highest quality dental care to all of our young patients. The faith parents place in us is an additional source of pride for us. Checkups, cleanings, and orthodontics are all part of our comprehensive early dental care. Let us know when you’d like to meet.