Children’s Dentistry

A child’s baby teeth begin to develop before they are born. The first signs of eruption can occur as early as four months of age. Infants generally have all of their baby teeth by the time they reach three years old. If milk teeth eruption is causing pain then rubbing the gum with a clean finger or the back of a cold spoon can provide relief. Parents should avoid the use of teething biscuits due to a high sugar content.

A fissure sealant is a colourless protective liquid, which hardens with the application of a concentrated beam of ultraviolet light. The permanent fixture can remain in place for a number of years if it is cared for effectively. Dental sealants offer children effective protection against the development of potentially harmful bacteria.

Start dental care in babies and infants by gently wiping new teeth (and gums) with a clean flannel. As more teeth come through, you can start using a soft toothbrush and a smear of toothpaste. When your child turns three, you can progress to a pea-sized amount of paste. Brush your child’s teeth for around two minutes, twice a day, and especially before bedtime.

Supervise tooth brushing until children are old enough to brush properly by themselves, at around seven or eight years old. However, even when they can clean their teeth alone, it’s probably a good idea to occasionally check they are still using an effective technique.

At Pearl Dental Clinic, Dr Malihe Moeinian is our resident Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry. Dr Mali provides a complete range of dental treatments for our young patients including managing dental injuries in children and providing inhalation sedation where needed for dental treatment. You can book a consultation with Dr Mali for your child by contacting the clinic.