An introduction to pediatric dentistry – Your child deserves the best possible start!

At this stage, there should be at least one baby tooth visible in the mouth. If no baby teeth have emerged, we may need to assess for possible sources of developmental delays. Furthermore, these early visits allow our dentists, Drs Chitra Tiruveedula and Joseph C. Yang, to get to know you and your child. They will also equip you with reliable information on how to care for your child’s teeth. Keeping the gums and baby teeth healthy with proper cleaning products and techniques is vitally important.

Yes, baby teeth fall out, but they should fall out on a specific “schedule.” When these primary teeth are damaged or lost prematurely, it can affect how the permanent or secondary teeth erupt or develop. They may come in crooked or at an angle or require extensive orthodontic or restorative treatment later. With proactive and consistently good oral care, you can avoid these complications and costly and involved treatments.

All of our patients — regardless of their health status, habits, or age – should visit us at least twice a year. These biannual checkups are great opportunities for us to monitor the health of your child’s gums and teeth. No checkup would be complete without both an exam and a professional cleaning by one of our kind and skilled dental hygienists. If your child has a history of dental issues or other risk factors for early childhood caries (tooth decay) or other oral diseases, our doctors will likely want to see them more frequently.

X-rays are ordered periodically or on an as-needed basis. This technology plays an important role in allowing Drs.Tiruveedhula and Yang to see and identify what can’t be visualized or detected with the eyes alone. Rest assured, our technologies have been carefully selected for their precision and safety. We use low-radiation exposure digital x-rays.

Generally, children’s developing teeth are more vulnerable to enamel erosion and decay. This naturally occurring mineral can help to strengthen the enamel and protect vulnerable teeth. Of course, every child is unique. So, we will first assess how much fluoride your child is currently getting before potentially recommending supplementation at our office.

Of course, this is just a quick glimpse into all that we offer for our youngest patients. To ensure your child has the best possible start and to learn more about us, schedule a visit today. Advanced Dental of Aliso Viejo, CA, can be reached at (949) 289-9993.