It is the name given to the branch of dentistry that concerns children’s teeth between the ages of 0-14. It is recommended that children be taken to the dentist regularly every 6 months starting from the age of 1 year. Thus, a problem that may occur is diagnosed early and solved before it progresses, and the dentist ceases to be a fear for the child. Pedodontists are dentists who specialize in child psychology.
Pendodontic treatment consists of multiple stages. Providing oral hygiene in the primary dentition and mixed dentition process of pediatric patients and the treatment of the diseases that occur are the field of interest of Pedodontics. Within the framework of treatment; With topical application applied to both primary and permanent teeth, it is aimed to strengthen the teeth and make them more resistant to decay. The formed bruises are treated with filling or extraction. Bad habits such as thumb sucking, lip sucking, wrong swallowing
Habits are diagnosed and treated.
In the post-treatment period, the cooperation of the physician and family is important for the child. It is very important to provide oral hygiene in the child after the treatments applied. The existing situation should be preserved by performing preventive treatments such as orthodontic treatment as a result of regular check-ups.