A cute, pretty smile from a child can melt even the coldest of hearts. A child’s smile can turn the hardest of hearts into a caring and soft one. It can make your gloomiest day seem like the best day ever. There is just something about the innocence of a child’s smile that moves us. And what better way to maintain this than ensuring the child’s smile is protected at all costs? Nairobi Sterling Dental Clinic now offers paediatric treatment for kids, to protect their teeth and the beauty of their smiles.
Paediatric treatment in dentistry is a field that deals with the treatment of dental problems related to children. It is performed by a paediatric dentist. This is a specialist in defects affecting children from birth till their early adulthood years. If you are looking for the best and most proficient paediatric dentists in Nairobi, then look no further. Nairobi Sterling dental clinic has just the right professional for your children. Our paediatricians are qualified and certified specialists. Moreover, they have years of experience treating children, and we can assure you that yours are in safe hands.
Before any treatment is offered, the children have to see a paediatric dentist for consultation. Here, the doctor enquires about the problem at hand. He then examines the child’s mouth to assess the defect. In instances where the doctor deems it necessary, they might recommend tests to be conducted, to aid in diagnosis. There are several paediatric treatments offered at our clinic. These include:
Dental cleaning- This is one of the most common paediatric dental procedures. This is a professional cleaning, which helps improve dental hygiene in kids. It also teaches them the importance of them checking their dental hygiene. Furthermore, regular clean-ups allow dentists to keep an eye on their dental health. Cleaning involves scraping teeth to eliminate plaque and cleaning each tooth using ultrasonic dental tools. Finally, the dentist flosses the teeth polishes them and may even use fluoride treatments to strengthen them.
Sealants- These are thin layers of resin material, that are bonded to the chewing surface of teeth. They help protect areas that are hard for kids to brush, such as molars at the end of the mouth. Sealants form a barrier against plaque and tartar, hence protecting teeth from cavities and decay.
Fluoride Treatments- They help strengthen teeth, and aid in their growth. Moreover, they are protective procedures done to protect teeth against plaque, bacteria, acids, and sugars. These treatments are offered in form of gel, varnish or foam. Fluoride treatments offered at our clinic are stronger and more effective than over-the-counter products. Consult with the dentist to know when best to use them and the most appropriate one to use.
Dental X-rays- Dental X-rays are important tools used by dentists to keep track of what is happening in the mouth. They can be effective in diagnosing a defect and can expose other problems affecting the child’s teeth. Our clinic offers digital dental X-rays, which are safer and more effective. X-rays for children should be used keenly since overexposure to radiation might present some other challenges to the child.
Orthodontic treatments- These are procedures used to treat crooked, crowded and misaligned teeth. They are also used to correct a bad bite and overlapping teeth. As teeth grow in children their positioning is important. This is because it can pose challenges to them in their childhood and some conditions may persist even into adulthood. The most commonly used treatment is the use of braces. There are several types of braces, such as metallic and porcelain braces, among others. Discuss these with the dentist, and they’ll help you find the best type to use.
Dental emergencies- Dental emergencies involving children can be really scary. They may happen when you least expect them and may not know what to do. Our clinic offers emergency response services for all our patients, children and adults alike. The child may have toothaches, bleeding or swollen gums and other defects. You could take the child for a check-up and treatment or you could call your dentist, who will give you instructions on how to handle the situation.
Filling- Children’s teeth are prone to cavities and decay, and the best treatment for this is tooth fillings. The procedure involves sedation, and anaesthesia to numb the area. The infected part of the tooth is removed and the tooth is cleaned. The dentist then fills the tooth and the filling is hardened. This helps prevent further decay. Fillings can be made of amalgam, ceramic or porcelain. Porcelain is the most commonly used material since it is made in the same colour as the tooth and blends in easily.
Extraction- Teeth extraction in children is very rare and is done as a last resort they are done when the teeth are severely damaged, and there is no other way to save them. They happen in instances of extreme decay or trauma. Teeth can also be extracted where there is an overgrowth of teeth. It can also be done when the alignment of teeth will necessitate some teeth to be extracted.
One of the best ways to demonstrate our love for our children is by providing them with the best medical treatment possible. Additionally, taking them to the best pediatric dentists available is another demonstration of this love. The best dentists in Nairobi, are found at Nairobi Sterling Dental Clinic. At our clinic, we believe that Dental treatment is part of the most important treatment for children. This is because defects not solved in childhood may cause challenges in adulthood. There is no need in waiting for a problem to grow out of hand when you can solve it during childhood. Visit us at our clinic, at the Park Suite Building in Parklands, and have your child’s teeth checked.