Why Take Your Child to a Pediatric Dentist?
No matter what age you are, visits to the dentist are an important part of your oral and overall health. It is especially important, however, for children to attend routine cleanings and exams to ensure healthy development.
Pediatric dentistry is the focus on oral health care for children. Our first set of teeth is just as crucial to our dental development as our adult set. There a variety of ways that oral health in our youth can impact future health, and pediatric dentists strive to give every child a head start on their dental care.
But what are the benefits of pediatric dentistry, and why is a pediatric dentist better for your child?
Teach Good Habits Early
The most important aspect of oral health care is, without a doubt, routine care. Brushing, flossing, and rinsing every day, twice a day, will prevent the vast majority of problems that dentists must treat. Herein lies the significance of pediatrics.
Teaching kids proper dental care techniques at an early age, and positively reinforcing that habit can lead to a lifetime of proper oral health.
Furthermore, getting a child accustomed to dental care and regular visits will make them more comfortable and less likely to develop a phobia of dental work. This is important, as many people with a dental phobia will go to extreme lengths to avoid the dentist, often until it's too late.
Comfortable with Kids
A pediatric dentist offers these services for a multitude of reasons. Chief among those is a love for children and a desire to positively impact the future of their oral health.
Pediatric dentists are trained to work with children. Offices are often decorated with bright colors and fun activities to keep kids engaged and make the dentist a fun place to go. Many even use specialized dental instruments that are colorful and friendly in appearance to lessen the apprehension of young patients.
Find Out More About the Benefits of Pediatric Dentistry
Every child deserves a lifetime of happy, healthy smiles. At Solano Dental Group, we strive to give them that gift.
At our Fairfield practice, our doctors take every step to make our young patients comfortable and happy. We have proudly served the communities of Fairfield, Vacaville, and Vallejo since 2001. Contact us to schedule your child's first appointment today!