Paediatric Dentist | Oxfordshire & Hampshire
Imogen Dental offers specialised paediatric dental services in-house at our two dental practices in Benson and Kingsclere, we provide safe, gentle & stress-free dental care by our paediatric dentists
Our state-of-the-art dental clinics have child-focused dentists who make the visit fun for kids and relaxing for adults.
YOUR CHILD’S FIRST VISIT TO THE DENTIST
Your child's first “regular” dental visit should be just after his or her third birthday. The first dental visit is usually short and is our way of getting to know your child. Typically scheduled with one of our hygienists first, our goal is to make it a fun experience and get your child used to dental examinations and preventive care. We may ask you to sit in the dental chair and hold your child during the examination. We welcome questions.
We will gently examine your child’s teeth and gums. X-rays may be taken (to reveal decay and check on the progress of your child’s permanent teeth under the gums). We may clean your child’s teeth and apply topical fluoride to help protect the teeth against decay.
CAVITY PREVENTION
Most cavities are due to a diet high in sugary foods and a lack of brushing. Limiting sugar intake and brushing regularly, of course, can help. The longer it takes your child to chew their food and the longer the residue stays on their teeth, the greater the chances of getting cavities.
Every time someone eats, an acid reaction occurs inside their mouth as the bacteria digest the sugars. This reaction lasts approximately 20 minutes. During this time the acid environment can destroy the tooth structure, eventually leading to cavities.
PREVENTATIVE CARE
We recommend that parents bring their children for regular dental check-ups from a young age as this will help familiarise them with the dental practice and get them used to having a dentist look at their teeth. If your child is under the age of three but you have concerns about their dental health, or if they have experienced an injury to their teeth or mouth, you should book an appointment to see the dentist as soon as possible.
At both of our dental practices, we are most concerned with all aspects of preventive care. We use the latest in dental sealant technology to protect your child’s teeth. Dental sealants are space-age plastics that are bonded to the chewing surfaces of decay-prone back teeth. This is just one of the ways we will set the foundation for your child’s lifetime of good oral health.
Our paediatric dentists will take special care of your child to make them feel safe and cared for. Treating a child from an early age also allows us to spot early signs of underbites, crossbites or overbites developing.
As with most things, the sooner you can start to treat it, the quicker it can be resolved.
Prevention is always better than cure so call the practice today to make an appointment for your child.