Children's dentistry at MDS Dental covers check-ups, cleaning, fluoride, fillings and care of baby teeth, done slowly and gently so children stay comfortable. Every child's bite is also checked by our orthodontist, Dr. Mukund, and we recommend a first orthodontic check by about age 7.
When should my child first see a dentist?
Paediatric dental associations recommend a first visit within six months of the first tooth appearing, and by the first birthday. Early visits are short and gentle: we look at the teeth and gums, show you how to brush your child's teeth, and talk about feeding and sugar habits. Children who start early are usually much more relaxed at later visits.
What happens at a visit
- A gentle lookWe check every tooth, the gums and how the teeth are coming in.
- Cleaning and fluoridePlaque is cleaned off and fluoride is applied where it helps prevent decay.
- Treatment if neededSmall cavities are filled before they hurt. We explain each step to the child first.
- Bite checkDr. Mukund looks for crowding, crossbites and habits that affect how the jaws grow.
Preventing cavities at home
- Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste: a smear the size of a rice grain under age 3, a pea-sized amount from 3 to 6
- Help with brushing until your child can do it well, usually around 7 or 8
- Keep sweets and sugary drinks to mealtimes, not between meals or at bedtime
- Ask about sealants, which protect the grooves of the back teeth
Why an early orthodontic check matters
Some problems are much easier to treat while a child is still growing: a narrow upper jaw (palatal expansion), a lower jaw that is set back (growth modification), or a canine that is going off course (impacted canines). Most children do not need treatment at 7, but a check at that age shows whether and when it will help.
Who will treat you
Dr. Prajakta Sawant (BDS) looks after children's dental care, and Dr. Mukund D. Sawant, MDS (Orthodontics), checks every child's bite.