Treatments / Everyday dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry
Children need more than smaller instruments. They need patience, reassurance and time to feel safe before anything begins. Dr. Sonika Reddy, a specialist paediatric dentist, attends the clinic for children, covering first check-ups, cavities, preventive care and keeping an eye on how teeth and jaws are developing. The aim is a child who is comfortable in the chair and a parent who knows exactly what is happening and why. The speciality is also written as pediatric dentistry, and parents often look for it as a kids dentist.
Who this is for
- A first dental visit, or a routine check-up
- Toothache, sensitivity or a cavity in a baby tooth
- A tooth broken or knocked about in a fall
- Preventive care: cleaning, fluoride and sealants
- Habits affecting the teeth, such as thumb sucking or tongue thrusting
- A child who is anxious or frightened of the dentist
What actually happens
- Time to get comfortable first. Nothing starts until the child has met the dentist and seen the room
- Examination, with the findings explained to the child and the parent in plain terms
- What needs doing and why, in language the child can follow, before it begins
- Treatment carried out gently, keeping as much healthy tooth as possible
- Guidance on brushing, diet and fluoride, and when to come back
