Dental Examination for Children

When should the first dental examination appointment take place?

The first dental examination should be scheduled between six months and one year of age.

How often should I bring my children for dental check-ups?

Depending on your child’s risk level for tooth decay, you should visit your dentist every 3 or 6 months for examinations and necessary check-ups.

What should be considered in children’s nutrition for oral and dental health?

Dental development begins in the womb and continues until adolescence. Therefore, protecting existing teeth is very important. Healthy and balanced nutrition plays a major role in maintaining dental health. Carbonated beverages can erode teeth, so they should be avoided as much as possible.

Eating hard foods such as apples, carrots, pears, and quinces by biting into them helps strengthen the gums and also provides mechanical cleaning of the teeth. Children should be encouraged to eat these types of fruits by biting into them. After meals or snacks, drinking water is recommended.

Sugary foods are the enemy of teeth. They create an ideal environment for acids that damage tooth enamel and cause cavities. Therefore, sweet and sticky foods such as jelly candies or soft sweets should be consumed as little as possible, or preferably after main meals followed by tooth brushing. If brushing is not possible, the mouth should be rinsed thoroughly with clean water.