Why a Pediatric Dentist?
Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry. A pediatric dentist has two to three years of specialty training following dental school and limits his/her practice to treating children only. Pediatric dentists are primary and specialty oral care providers for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special needs.
Why see a pediatric dentist and how do they differ from “regular dentists”? In a nutshell, a pediatric dentist is a specialist who is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years. During this “growth” phase of a child, special approaches are needed in dealing with their behavior, and guiding their dental growth and development in order to avoid future dental problems. Children are our only patients, and all our training is devoted to meeting their specialized needs. In addition to learning the most up-to-date treatments available for a wide variety of children’s dental problems, we also learn how to deal with the behavioral aspects of children, how to make them feel comfortable during treatment, and to make the experience pleasant, and not fearful! Additionally, we are trained and qualified to treat special needs and medically compromised patients. There are many areas of prevention and care unique to children and the pediatric dentist is specifically
• A pediatric dentist has a kid friendly office, staff, and a dentist who has had two to three years of specialized training in how to work with kids, and allay their fears. The whole focus of the office is geared to children and their unique needs. Children are not little adults! They need special surroundings, and methods that brings dentistry to them in a non threatening manner. For your child to have a fun time and develop positive experiences and attitudes, leading to a lifetime of healthy teeth, a pediatric dentist is the way to go!!!! No more fear of the dentist!!!! Just as you use a Pediatrician for their health needs- a Pediatric Dentist is best for their dental needs!
A pediatric dentist is specially trained for your child’s dental needs. At Children’s Dentistry at Stonecrest, our doctor has received an additional two years of training, specifically in the oral health care of children from infancy to adulthood. All children are different, and our pediatric dentist has been trained in dealing with all types of child behavior. Furthermore, she is highly qualified in various approaches of guiding dental growth and development, thus avoiding future problems. Pediatric dentist are also experts in the treatment of special patients who may have emotional, physical, or mental handicaps. Because of this training, many parents choose a pediatric dentist to treat their children.
Philosophy We are committed to providing the highest quality dentistry in a warm, caring and comfortable environment. As pediatric dentists, we specialize in dentistry for infants, children, and teenagers. From the first visit, the doctors and staff of Braintree Pediatric Dental Associates are committed to creating a positive experience for child and parent. We will explain procedures in “friendly” terms that your child will understand. We know that some children feel more comfortable with their parent present throughout the visit and we welcome parents to accompany their child during treatment. Prevention As pediatric dentists, our emphasis is on prevention. At every cleaning visit, your child will be taught proper dental/oral care which includes proper dietary control and proper oral hygiene techniques specific to your child’s age. An important part of prevention is fluoride. We recommend fluoride supplements in towns that do not have a fluoridated water supply, topical fluoride trea
