Children's Dentistry
Articles on dental development in children, preventing tooth decay and paediatric dentistry.
Tooth Decay in Children: Why It Happens and How to Spot It
Why does tooth decay develop in children, what are the first signs and when should you see a dentist? The basics every parent should know.
Coping With Fussiness During Teething in Babies
Why are teething babies unsettled, how can parents soothe them, what should be avoided and when should you see a doctor?
What to Do If Your Child's Teeth Come in Late
Should you worry if baby or permanent teeth come in late? Possible causes, when an assessment is needed and why it matters for orthodontics.
The First Teeth: Which Tooth Comes In When?
In what order and at what age do baby teeth come in? Normal variations, caring for the first teeth and the first dental visit.
Antibiotics in Children's Dental Treatment: When Are They Needed, and When Not?
Not every child with toothache needs antibiotics. When antibiotics are recommended, why they are not a solution on their own and what parents should keep in mind.
Preventing Tooth Decay in Children: Dental Care Habits by Age
Age-appropriate brushing, diet and preventive measures to prevent tooth decay in children, from infancy to school age.
Clear Aligner Treatment for Children: What to Consider While Teeth Are Developing
At what age and for which problems can clear aligners be used in children? Erupting teeth, family support and how aligners compare with braces or appliances.
Children's Dental Health: A Check-up and Care Schedule by Age
From infancy to adolescence, what should be done at which age for children's dental health? Dental visits, preventive care and when to have an orthodontic check-up.
Can Decay in Baby Teeth Lead to Crowding? Space Loss and Space Maintainers
How do baby teeth lost early to decay affect where the permanent teeth come in? Space loss, space maintainers and advice for parents.
What Is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, How Does It Develop and How Can It Be Prevented?
Why does baby bottle tooth decay start on the upper front teeth, how can you spot it, what happens if it is not treated and how can it be prevented?
Early Childhood Caries: Tips for Prevention from Age 0 to 6
What is early childhood caries and why is it so common? Practical ways to prevent decay from age 0 to 6 through diet, brushing and fluoride.
Crowded Teeth in Children: Signs and When to See an Orthodontist
Are your child's permanent teeth coming in crowded? What is considered normal, the signs to watch for and when to have an orthodontic assessment.