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What is a pediatric dentist and how do they differ from "regular
dentists"? A pediatric dentist is a specialist who is
dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the
teen-age years. During this "growth" phase of a child,
special approaches are needed in dealing with their behavior, and
guiding their dental growth and development to minimize or avoid
future dental problems. The pediatric dentist is best qualified to
meet those needs.
This specialty recognizes the many changes children go through during
their developmental growth phases. No teeth, to baby teeth, to losing
teeth, to permanent teeth, this typically occurs in about the first
12-14 years. That is a lot of change, and pediatric dentists are
trained to provide the care necessary to ensure your child passes
through these phases in life and enters adulthood with a strong,
healthy mouth.
Did you know pediatric dentists have an additional
two years of training to acquaint them with the special needs and
remedies available to children? In addition to learning the
most up-to-date treatments available for a wide variety of children's
dental problems, they learn how to deal with the behavioral aspects
of children, how to make them feel comfortable about the treatment
they are receiving, and to make the experience pleasant, and not
fearful!
This is why many parents wisely choose a pediatric
dentist for their child's dental needs, just as they choose a pediatrician
for their medical needs. |
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