Pedodontics

Problems related to oral and dental health are an important public health problem that negatively affects the quality of life and health of the child and paves the way for other chronic diseases if not treated. Dental health problems are one of the most important issues in both children and adults. Tooth decay, gingival and periodontal diseases are among the most common and preventable diseases in children. Oral and dental health problems at an early age are an important determinant of dental problems that may occur in the future. It is known that problems arising from poor oral hygiene that are not corrected cause a significant increase in the frequency of dental caries in developing countries. Tooth loss after tooth decay causes developmental delay, retardation of speech development, and decreased self-esteem in children.

The first dental examination of children should be done with the completion of the eruption of all milk teeth. In order to maintain oral health, not only adults but also children should go to regular dentist checks.