Why do you see a Paediatric Dentist?

Paediatric Dentistry is a board recognised and certified speciality. Paediatric dentists have extra years of training specializing in preventive and therapeutic oral health care for children from birth through to adolescence, and especially for those with special needs. It includes management of orofacial problems related to medical, behavioural, physical and developmental disabilities.

Paediatric dentists are trained to:

• Identify factors that are causing dental problems and know how to help and support children and their families for their oral health needs.
• Managing anxious and/or young children using positive behavioral approaches, as well as providing dental treatment under sedation or general anaesthetic.
• Treat children who have medical, physical and intellectual conditions including those with behavioral challenges.
• Work with other dental, medical and allied health professionals to make sure children have the best oral health possible
• Advocate for children’s oral health