Gentle Pediatric Dentistry at Roots
Gentle Pediatric Dentistry at Roots
Pediatric dentistry is dedicated to the primary and comprehensive oral healthcare of infants, children, and adolescents, including those with special needs. Our highly trained pediatric dental specialists at Roots super speciality dental center, Guntur provide quality, efficient, and friendly care to make your child’s visit comfortable.
The Importance of Baby (Milk) Teeth
Baby teeth are crucial for your child’s health and development. They help children speak clearly, chew food properly, and most importantly, they hold space in the jaws for the permanent teeth. If a baby tooth is lost too early, permanent teeth can drift into the empty space, leading to crooked or crowded teeth later.
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Preventive Care for Children
We offer a comprehensive range of implant solutions tailored to your specific needs:
Pit and Fissure Sealants
Sealants are a safe, painless, and protective plastic coating applied to the biting surfaces of back teeth (molars). This hard shield blocks food and bacteria from getting into the tiny grooves (fissures) and prevents decay.
Topical Fluoride Application
Fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and helps it resist acid attacks that cause cavities. We provide professional fluoride treatments, in the form of gels or varnishes, to give your child's teeth maximum protection.
Specialized Implant Techniques
Treatments for Early Childhood Caries (Cavities)
Early childhood caries (ECC) is a common, preventable disease in young children. Cavities in baby teeth can be very painful and must be treated. Our pediatric dentists can easily fill small cavities. For more extensive work, we may recommend conscious sedation.
Sedation Dentistry for Children (Conscious Sedation)
For children who are anxious or require extensive procedures, conscious sedation is a safe and effective option. It involves a combination of medicines to help your child relax (a sedative) and block pain (anesthetic). Your child will likely stay awake but will be calm and comfortable, recovering quickly after the procedure.
Pediatric Dental Emergencies
If your child has a dental emergency, please call our Guntur office. We provide urgent care to relieve pain and repair damage for issues like:
- Toothaches or oral pain
- Chipped, fractured, or knocked-out teeth
- Dental infections
- Discomfort from orthodontic appliances
Pediatric Dentistry: Common Questions
They are essential for proper chewing, speech development, and guiding the permanent teeth into the correct position.
We recommend a check-up twice a year for most children. Some kids at higher risk for decay may need more frequent visits.
As soon as the first tooth appears! Use a soft infant toothbrush and a tiny "smear" of fluoride toothpaste. For children ages 2-5, a "pea-sized" amount is recommended.