Dental care for children in Geneva
Pedodontics", or more commonly "pediatric dentistry", is the oral care of children. Because of their young age, baby teeth and often still very small oral cavity, children's dental care requires special attention. If you're looking for a dentist for your child, don't hesitate to book an appointment with a specialist.
What is pedodontics?
Pedodontics is a speciality of dentistry dedicated to the care and prevention of children.
A pediatric dentist is concerned with the prevention and treatment of cavities, as well as the early detection of possible orthodontic treatments that will avoid future functional problems related to swallowing or breathing.
Specialised pedodontist in Geneva
From the very first contact, the dentist will strive to establish a relationship of trust with the child and to provide a positive, non-traumatic experience, so that it can continue serenely throughout the child's life.
At what age should I see a child dentist?
As soon as the first teeth start to erupt (from 6 months), it's important to establish good oral hygiene and a healthy diet, and to prevent the development of disease. The main aim is to avoid cavities in milk teeth.
At Centre Dentaire Lancy, taking good care of children is a priority. Based on the principle that the first appointment with the dentist can be a source of anxiety and will determine a negative or positive memory sensation, no care will be given during this contact phase.
How often should a child's dentist be seen?
A check-up every six months is recommended for children. Dental caries progresses rapidly in children, without symptoms or pain.
In many cases, the frequency of check-ups will be adapted according to the child's thoroughness in brushing and thus the risk of caries. Children with caries and poor oral hygiene naturally require more follow-up. The risk potential is assessed at each visit.
Why should I see a paediatric dentist in Geneva?
It is important to prevent cavities in permanent teeth. To this end, dentists apply a protective, biocompatible varnish to the grooves of molars, which are often difficult to clean properly.
This particularly exposed masticatory surface should be treated from the age of 6 on the first permanent molars and around 12 on the second permanent molars.
The filling is completely painless and provides lasting and effective protection against tooth decay.
Management of children with anxiety
For particularly anxious children, our specialist paediatric dentists can offer a conscious sedation method using Meopa (known as 'laughing gas'). This sedative offers immediate calming power and erases stressful states with no adverse effects, making treatment protocols more effective and comfortable.
Centre Dentaire Lancy: dental care for children in Geneva
For your children's dental problems, we can perfectly advise you to go and see a paediatric dentist. He or she will be able to diagnose your child's problem. He will be able to propose a treatment that is perfectly adapted to his needs. You can ask for an estimate before proceeding with the treatment, even if some are more urgent than others, for example.
Also, you can ask your pediatric dentist in Geneva for real advice. He or she will be able to find the right toothpaste and toothbrush for your child. Don't forget that regular dental appointments are really important for your child.
A specialist dentist to listen to your child
Of course, if your child has any questions, the paediatric dentist will listen. He or she will be sympathetic and will be able to communicate easily with your child, if necessary.
In any case, you will be dealing with a person who really listens, which is not negligible.
As you can see, the paediatric dentist will be perfectly able to inform you about the different treatments that you will have to give your child. The dentist will also listen to your child and will be able to give him/her all the advice he/she needs to have a good oral hygiene.
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