PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Pedodontics Treatments

Pedodontics is the branch of dentistry that provides services to the special needs of children from birth to adulthood.

Not only children, but also all dental treatments of individuals requiring special care are included in the Pediatric Dentistry specialty.

Pediatric dentistry is a department dedicated to all dental treatments for our patients up to the age of 13.

What makes this period so important is that the formation of all teeth and general oral health are completed during this period.

Are Baby Teeth Important in Children?

Milk teeth provide aesthetics, function and phonation until the permanent teeth come in, and they also prepare the space for the permanent teeth that will replace them in the mouth.

For this reason, milk teeth should be protected and kept in the mouth as much as possible.

Will every tooth in a child’s mouth fall out when they grow up?

Deciduous teeth, except for one tooth, resorb and fall out spontaneously until the permanent dentition. There is no need to have it taken unless there is a problem. Although there are exceptions, permanent dentition usually begins around the age of 6 and continues until the age of 13-14. But 1. molars (wisdom teeth) are formed in the mouth at the age of 6 and are permanent. It is not a milk tooth.

Is It Necessary to Have Milk Teeth Removed?

They usually fall off spontaneously; however, it may be decided to remove them after examination by a physician. Sometimes the cause can also be caries. The aim is to preserve the underlying tooth germ. It is imperative to take precautions as early loss of milk teeth can cause serious disorders in the oral structure.

This is where placeholders come in.

They both protect the space where the permanent tooth will erupt;
and prevent cavities that may occur in the teeth after orthodontic movements.
How Often is a Pedodontist Examination Necessary?

A pediatric dentist examination every 6 months, especially during the milk and mixed dentition period, protects our patients to a great extent. With preventive applications, the patient will benefit for a lifetime without the need for invasive treatment.

What are Protective Practices?

Fluorine applications
Pit and fissure sealants
Oral hygiene trainings

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What isimplant treatment?

Implants, loss ofone or more teeth for various reasons are titanium screws inserted into the jawbone. Implants are used both for tooth loss due to fixed prostheses and can be used to ensure the stability of removable prostheses.

In which cases should an implant be performed?

The most ideal treatment method for tooth loss is implant. In case of loss of one or more teeth, implant treatment should be performed to restore the chewing function of the person.

What are the benefits of implants?

One of the advantages of implants is that while single tooth defects are eliminated with bridge treatments, The missing tooth's neighbouring healthy teeth are abraded and this is not necessary in implant applications. In addition, in cases where a large number of teeth are missing or all teeth have been lost The removable prostheses used cannot provide sufficient satisfaction in terms of aesthetics and comfort. With implant applications , people have strong teeth again This is one of the most important advantages of implants. Implants can sometimes be used in combination with removable prostheses. In this case, another advantage of implant treatment is mobile is thatthe prostheses remain fixed during chewing and speaking.

How does the implant process work? How long does it take to complete?

Dental implant treatment consists of two stages : surgical and prosthetic. The first stage is the surgical stage where the implants are placed in the jawbone. This step depends on the patient's jaw structure and the treatment plan. It is carried out using the open or closed method according to. With the open method, the gums must be sutured after the procedure. In the closed method , it is not necessary to s uture the area where the implant is placed. Depending on the condition of the jaw bone after the surgical procedure , sometimes a prosthesis is placed immediately on the implant . In most cases, it is necessary to wait for the jawbone to heal. It usually takes 3 to 6 months for the jawbone to heal. If no problems occur at the end of this period, the prosthesis phase is completed and the prosthesis is permanently attached to the implant.

Does the brand of the implant matter?

Product quality and problems you don't want to face in the future, quality for the replacement of necessary parts of implants, It is important to choose a reliable and certified implant brand.

Why does everyone prefer to have their teeth done in Turkey?

The high quality standard of health care services and the high quality of favourable prices are the main reasons why Turkey is preferred. Also Turkey's unique nature and history, makes the treatment an unforgettable holiday experience for patients from abroad.

Isimplant treatment a painful procedure?

Thanks to modern anaesthesia techniques, pain is usually not felt during implant treatment. There may be mild discomfort after the treatment, but this can be easily controlled with painkillers.

How long doesthe implant last?

With proper care and regular dental check-ups , implants can be used for a lifetime. However, if oral hygiene is not observed, the life of the implants may be shortened.

Is there an age limit for implant treatment?

There is no upper age limit for implant treatment as long as the general health condition is favourable. However, the jawbone must be fully developed in young individuals, It is therefore usually applicable after the age of 18.