Pediatric dentistry is the branch of dentistry that focuses on the health and well-being of children, from infancy through adolescence. It involves the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental problems in children, as well as the education of parents and caregivers on good oral health practices. Dental problems in children may be caused by poor diet, lack of access to dental care, and other factors. The goal of pediatric dentistry is to provide the best care for the child without regard to financial or insurance status. In most dental practices, pediatric dentists and family dentists are the only ones who specialize in treating children.

At a pediatric dental appointment, pediatric dentists work closely with the parents to help keep their child’s teeth and gums healthy. The dentist will examine the child’s teeth and gums, and may also give them a dental screening, or an oral examination. This may include taking a look at their teeth with a hand-held mirror, prodding the teeth and gums with a small tool called a dental explorer, or using an x-ray machine to take a closer look at the structure and intricacies of the teeth. The dentist may also take a look at the health of the child’s teeth and gums using a dental microscope. In addition to this, pediatric dentists also take time to discuss any concerns they have with the child’s parents about their teeth or gum health and work to improve their oral health and dental health in general.

If any cavities or other signs of tooth decay are detected, they will schedule a future appointment to deal with these concerns; if time allows, they may also perform these treatments in the same appointment.

At a pediatric dental appointment, pediatric dentists work closely with the parents to help keep their child’s teeth and gums healthy. The dentist will examine the child’s teeth and gums, and may also give them a dental screening, or an oral examination. This may include taking a look at their teeth with a hand-held mirror, prodding the teeth and gums with a small tool called a dental explorer, or using an x-ray machine to take a closer look at the structure and intricacies of the teeth. The dentist may also take a look at the health of the child’s teeth and gums using a dental microscope. In addition to this, pediatric dentists also take time to discuss any concerns they have with the child’s parents about their teeth or gum health and work to improve their oral health and dental health in general.

If any cavities or other signs of tooth decay are detected, they will schedule a future appointment to deal with these concerns; if time allows, they may also perform these treatments in the same appointment.

In most cases, dentists recommend that children have their first dental appointment at the age of two, once all of their teeth have come in. Their primary teeth will be with them for about another 10 years before their adult teeth come through, so it is essential for parents to take proper care of their child’s teeth and also teach them the importance of proper oral hygiene, instilling these practices as life-long habits.

From this point, parents are recommended to bring their children in for regular teeth cleanings every six months to ensure their children’s teeth and gums are healthy and developing properly. This is especially important because children’s teeth and jaws are constantly growing and developing; these changes require close monitoring by a dental health professional in case a complication arises.

Bring your child to Dentistry of Oxnard for top-level pediatric dental care. Contact us or schedule an appointment online with our pediatric dentistry specialist, or visit our clinic conveniently located at 4225 Saviers Rd # 9, Oxnard, CA 93033. We serve patients from Oxnard CA, El Rio CA, Port Hueneme CA, Saticoy CA, Camarillo CA, and surrounding areas.