09 Jun When to go to the dentist for the first visit with my child?
In their medical practice, many dentists encounter situations where a child only comes to the surgery when there are dental problems. This is far too late! Experts of the Polish Society of Paediatric Dentistry recommend that the first visit should be scheduled for between 6 and 12 months of ageor, more precisely, when his first tooth appears. Many parents wonder, why so early? Well, there are at least a few important reasons, which we will mention later in our post.
Importance of the first visit to the dentist
Before the baby's first tooth appears, it is the parents' task to gently wash the gums with a gauze pad moistened with water or camomile infusion. In fact, hygiene is limited to this. The appearance of deciduous teeth will increase the responsibilities for which preparations must be made.
The first visit to the dentist with your child is usually purely preventive, but it is also important for health reasons. The doctor checks that the development of the deciduous teeth is going well. If any problems are detected, appropriate action can be taken quickly. It is important to remember that children's teeth are also susceptible to disease. For example, so-called bottle tooth decay can already occur in infants.
During the first visit, the dentist will tell you how to look after your child's dental hygiene properly. Although there is a great deal of information on this subject on the Internet, it is difficult to judge for oneself which of it is professional and reliable. Talking to your doctor is the best way to get reliable and practical advice. The dentist will explain which toothpastes and brushes to use, as well as how the child's diet affects dental health.
Early visits to paediatric dentist They also have an important adaptation and educative function. The fear of the dentist that many adults feel is largely due to the fact that they only went to the surgery when serious problems arose and so an advanced procedure had to be performed. You should not pass on your bad experiences to your child. You need to teach him or her from an early age that regular periodic examinations should be carried out, as this is the best way to avoid diseases of the teeth and gums. Moreover, at the first visit, the dentist sometimes does not even look into the mouth if the patient is too stressed. The most important thing is for him or her to visit the surgery, become familiar with the equipment present and, above all, the doctors. The first visit, which takes place in a calm, pleasant and sometimes even fun atmosphere, ensures that little ones have no fear of dentists in the future.
Which dentist should I choose for my first visit with my child?
For your first visit with your child, we recommend choosing an office that specialises in paediatric dentistry. Our clinic provides services in this area. We provide support from a dentist who is experienced in working with the youngest patients. Not only do we treat children, but above all we know how to make them feel safe and relaxed with us. This ensures that every visit takes place in a relaxed and stress-free atmosphere.
We invite all young patients and their parents to visit the Smile Clinic in Lodz.
