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Fluoride is applied to the teeth to strengthen the surface and lower the risk of cavities.
How often depends on cavity risk
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Children’s dentistry
Bring your child in for a dental check-up. Found early, problems may be easier to treat. Left too long, they may become more complicated. Children and adults should have a check-up every 6 months.
Every 6 monthsRegular dental check-ups
Overall checkCavities, jaw and bite
3 branchesBangkok, Hat Yai, Pattani
Children’s dental check-up
What the dentist checks
The dentist looks at your child’s teeth as a whole, from cavities to jaw development and bite.
The dentist then assesses whether your child needs fluoride, fissure sealants or fillings, and gives care advice that suits their age.
The dentist explains the findings and options to parents before any treatment starts.
- 1Checking for cavitiesEvery tooth is checked to find decay at an early stage
- 2Jaw development and biteWhether teeth are coming in and lining up as expected for their age
- 3Assessing the right careWhether fluoride, fissure sealants or fillings are needed
- 4Care advice for their ageBrushing, food and when to come back
Why check early
Found early, easier to treat
Left too long, it may become more complicated
- Decayed baby teethDecay in baby teeth may affect the direction permanent teeth grow in
- Risk of complicated problemsChildren without dental care are at risk of more complicated oral problems later on
- Check earlyBring your child in early and plan their care with the dentist
Children and adults should have a check-up every 6 months
After the check-up
Treatment and prevention for children
The dentist recommends care based on your child’s age, cavity risk and teeth.
Fissure sealants
Seals deep grooves on the chewing surface of molars, so less food gets trapped.
Suits: molars with deep grooves
Children’s fillings
The decayed part is removed and the tooth is filled so it can keep working.
Suits: teeth starting to decay
Children’s root canal treatment
Used when decay reaches the tooth pulp, to keep the tooth in place.
The dentist examines and takes an X-ray first
Space maintainers
Used when a baby tooth is lost or removed early, to hold the space for the permanent tooth.
Suits: baby teeth lost too early
The steps
Steps of a children’s check-up
The dentist explains the care plan and cost to parents after the check-up.
Book
Tell us your child’s age, symptoms and any concerns
Check-up
Checking for cavities, jaw development and bite
X-ray (if needed)
Taken only when the dentist finds it necessary
Findings and plan
The findings and options are explained to parents
Prevention or treatment
Fluoride, sealants or fillings as recommended
Visits follow the planCare at home
Care advice for their age, and the next check-up
Every 6 monthsRegular check-ups for children and adults
For their ageCare advice that suits your child
3 branchesBangkok, Hat Yai, Pattani
Benefits
Why bring your child for check-ups
Find problems early
Early decay may be easier to treat than decay that has spread
Lower risk of complicated problems
Caring for baby teeth from the start helps reduce oral problems later
Follow permanent teeth
The dentist follows tooth growth and bite as your child grows
Prevent cavities
Fluoride and sealants help lower the risk of cavities
Get used to the dentist
Coming before there are symptoms helps your child get used to the clinic
Guidance for parents
Advice on brushing and food that suits your child’s age
Results depend on each person’s teeth and care.
FAQ
Questions about children’s dentistry
When should my child first see a dentist?
Start when the first tooth comes in, or by age 1, so the dentist can check and advise early.
How often should my child have a check-up?
Usually every 6 months. Children at high risk of cavities may need to come more often, as the dentist advises.
Do decayed baby teeth need treatment?
Have them checked, because decay in baby teeth may affect the direction permanent teeth grow in and can lead to more complicated oral problems.
How often is fluoride needed?
It depends on your child’s age and cavity risk. The dentist will assess and advise after the check-up.
When should sealants be done?
Usually once molars have come in and have deep grooves. The dentist checks which teeth are suitable.
Is an X-ray needed every time?
No. The dentist takes X-rays only when needed for diagnosis.
My child is afraid of the dentist. What can I do?
Talk about the visit in a relaxed way and let our team know before the appointment. Coming before there are symptoms helps your child get used to it gradually.
When should my child start braces?
The dentist looks at the bite during the check-up and advises on suitable timing if braces are needed.
Book a check-up
Book your child’s check-up near you
Message us on LINE or WhatsApp with your child’s age and symptoms.
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7 min walk from BTS Sala Daeng / MRT Silom
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