Paediatric Dentistry in Bromley
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Paediatric Dentistry—an Overview
A healthy smile begins with prevention! Teaching kids good oral habits early on helps protect your child’s teeth for a lifetime. Paediatric dentistry in Bromley focuses on regular check-ups, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and oral hygiene education to keep little smiles healthy and cavity-free. We make every visit fun and stress-free, ensuring your child feels comfortable and confident about dental care.
What is Paediatric Dentistry?
Paediatric dentistry, also referred to as kid’s dentistry, is a particular collection of procedures that address the unique needs of children from infancy to puberty. As your child’s teeth, gums, and jaw continue to mature, they will require teeth cleanings, fillings, root canal treatments, teeth straightening, and possibly more. Paediatric dentistry in Bromley entails more than just filling cavities; it also includes regular exams, preventive care, education, and developing a positive relationship with the dentist (or a paediatric dentist) from a young age.
Why is Dental Care Critical for Kids?
Starting dental care early has a significant impact on your child’s overall health. Here’s how.
- Kids’ teeth are more prone to decay, so early dental appointments can help prevent long-term problems.
- Early intervention also allows for the monitoring of growth trends, childhood habits, and teeth alignment, which helps to identify possible problems before they worsen.
- Positive experiences at the dentist can build confidence and reduce future dental fears.
Types of Paediatric Dentistry
Here is an overview of the basic procedures in paediatric dentistry in Bromley:
Dental Sealants: These are thin, protective coatings put on the chewing surfaces of your child’s molars to keep food particles and bacteria from being caught in the grooves and forming cavities.
Fluoride Treatment: Fluoride is a harmless, tooth-coloured gel that strengthens your child’s enamel, making it more cavity-resistant.
Cavity Fillings: Tooth-coloured fillings are used to repair cavities and early-stage deterioration.
Space Maintainers: If your child loses a baby tooth too soon, a space maintainer is a small, custom-made, fixed dental prosthetic. Its purpose is to keep the gap open so that the permanent tooth can properly grow.
We regularly provide consultations and kid’s treatments to patients from Shirley, New Eltham, Chislehurst, Coldharbour, Bickley, Orpington, Sidcup, and Keston.
Benefits of Paediatric Dentistry
Early cavity detection
Identifies any indicators of cavities before they develop into permanent teeth.
Building habits
Teaching children to brush and floss at an early age establishes a strong routine—beneficial in the future.
Growth monitoring
Early check-ups also enable the dentist to monitor the growth of your child's teeth and jaw.
Eliminates habits early
Thumbsucking, tongue pushing, mouth breathing, and other habits can be weaned early on using dental devices and procedures.
Less future dental issues
Preventive therapies, including fluoride therapy and sealants, help to lower the likelihood of future cavities.
Normalising dental visits
Children who are comfortable with dental visits today are more likely to continue care for their teeth in the future.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the treatment below:
How can I prepare my child for their first dental visit?
Read children’s books about dental visits or watch entertaining, age-appropriate movies. Avoid using words like ‘pain’ or ‘hurt’, and reassure your youngster that this is an enjoyable, safe, and necessary experience.
Does my child need X-rays?
Not always. X-rays are normally only indicated when necessary to examine tooth growth, such as checking for hidden cavities or ensuring teeth are growing correctly.
What age is best for a child’s first dental visit?
We recommend that your child have their first dental appointment before their first birthday or when the first tooth appears. Early visits establish the foundation for healthy dental health.
The Treatment Process
Every patient’s experience is unique, but this is what you can expect when you start treatment with the Smile 4 U Dental Practice.
Consultation
We begin with an initial tour of the clinic to familiarise your children with the staff, the dental chair and tools. We next evaluate their mouths and develop a treatment plan.
Treatment process
We discuss the plan with the parents/ward and set up short appointments for them. We frequently give you modest incentives to highlight your child’s exemplary behaviour throughout therapy.
Revisits
We recommend scheduling regular checkups every six months to monitor your child’s growth and ensure that their teeth are developing appropriately.
Are you confident in starting your child's smile journey with Smile 4 U?
Contact us and learn more about paediatric dentistry in Bromley!
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Book your Consultation Today
You are invited to our dental clinic for a consultation. During the consultation, one of our experienced dentists will carry out a full and comprehensive examination of your smile. Based on the dental treatment you are interested in, we will give you a breakdown of the options available that are tailored to your needs, as well as your budget and timeframe.