We all know what a dentist is, but do you know the difference between a family dentist and a pediatric dentist? Most people don’t. Keep reading to learn what a family dentist is and what they do.
Family dentists see everyone from infants to adults, including those as young as one year old. Family dentists have the qualifications and experience to care for children’s teeth, gums, and mouths, through the various stages of childhood.
When should you take a baby to the dentist? Children get their first set of teeth around six months old. It is recommended that the first dental appointment be around their first birthday.
What treatments do family dentists offer? Treatments such as infant health exams, risk assessment for carries, preventative dentistry including cleanings and floride treatments, nutrition and diet recommendations, recommendations for orthodontic treatment, and dental traumas such as broken or knocked out teeth.
Why is dental care for children important? Without dental care children can suffer from diseases such as early childhood carries which can cause a lifetime of pain and complications.
To learn more about what a family dentist is, watch the video above!
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