Dental treatment for children

When is the first visit?

It is recommended that a child sees the dentist after the first tooth appears, or at the latest around the age of one. An early visit allows possible problems to be spotted early and helps the child get used to the dental setting.

Why do baby teeth matter?

Besides chewing and speech, baby teeth hold space for the permanent teeth coming in beneath them. A decayed baby tooth can cause pain and infection, and if it is lost early it can affect how the permanent teeth line up. This is why decay in baby teeth is treated as well.

Preventive treatments

A fissure sealant is a thin protective layer applied to the deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth, and it reduces the risk of decay in these areas. Fluoride application helps strengthen the enamel. Which of these is used, and when, depends on the child's age and risk of decay.

At home

Toothbrushing starts with the first tooth. Fluoride toothpaste is used in an amount the size of a grain of rice for children under three, and the size of a pea for older children. An adult should help with brushing until the child can brush well on their own. Giving milk or sugary drinks in a bottle at night increases the risk of decay.

Appointments

To book an examination, message us on WhatsApp (+90 554 243 56 34) or call +90 212 706 96 09. The clinic is open Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 22:00, and closed on Sunday.

Getting here

• Address: Göztepe Mah. Batışehir Cad. G3 Blok No:6G (Batışehir Sitesi, Mahmutbey), 34218 Bağcılar / İstanbul, Türkiye
• A transfer service runs to the clinic from Göztepe, Mahmutbey and İstoç metro stations.
• The HT3 and HT6 buses from Kocatepe metro station pass in front of the clinic.
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