Children's dentist Geneva: specialised dental care

Good oral hygiene is essential for your child's growth and should be practised from an early age. Dentists and children's dentists are here to help you during each stage of your child's dental development.

Our dentists specializing in children's dental care are in the best position to follow your child's progress both preventively and curatively.

What is a paediatric dentist?

A pediatric dentist, also known as a "pedodontist", is a dentist specially trained to provide dental care to children. His role is to treat with pedagogy, by explaining and reassuring. He also has a mission of prevention and learning oral hygiene from a very young age.

His objective is to reassure the child by explaining the care he is going to perform in simple words adapted to his age. In no case does he use complicated and medical terms.

Children's dentist Geneva: what happens during the first visit 

First, the dentist will obtain all the information he or she needs from the child. The aim is to establish a relationship of trust, and the dentist begins by introducing himself or herself and the practice. The child will then be able to ask all the questions he or she has in mind.

The child is then invited to the chair so that the dentist can establish the first steps of the check-up. At this first appointment, no treatment is performed unless the dentist feels it is necessary and the child is ready and confident. If there are no problems, the very first x-rays are usually taken from the age of 5 or 6.

During the first visit, the dentist will talk to you about eating habits for your child.

Throughout the appointments, the dentist will discuss the importance of oral hygiene. As a reminder, it is recommended to brush the teeth at least twice a day with a toothbrush and a toothpaste adapted to the child's age.

First dental appointment: how to prepare your child?

A visit to the dentist is an unknown thing for the child. It can be perceived as a source of anxiety. That is why it is very important to prepare them before the appointment. We recommend that you explain to your child what is going to happen without going into detail, using appropriate vocabulary.

For example, you can tell them that a man in a white coat is going to look in their mouth to check that their teeth are growing properly.

If you're nervous yourself, your stress may also be upsetting your child.

Children's dentist Geneva: specialised dental care

A dental practice specialising in children's dental care can offer children and adolescents age-appropriate dental treatment. It is important to create a unique environment so that the child feels reassured and comfortable.

Children's Dental Care offers comprehensive check-ups, preventive services for children and adolescents including cleanings and digital x-rays. Treatment of cavities, dental stains and management of anxiety in children.

Dentistry solutions are offered such as pedodontic crowns, white composite fillings, extractions and space maintainers. But also appliances to correct dislocated, fractured or completely lost teeth.

Care by expert dentists

Consulting a dentist for your children's dental care is the best thing to do. He or she will be able to diagnose your child very accurately. He or she will then be able to propose a dental treatment that is perfectly adapted to your child's needs.

MEOPA, which is more popularly known as laughing gas, is a drug that is frequently used in paediatric emergency departments to calm and relax the child, thus allowing for the best possible care.

It is precisely a gas that the child breathes through a mask placed over his nose and mouth. The child is awake and answers our questions. He feels relaxed and a little disconnected from reality. The use of MEOPA has good results and often avoids the need for general anaesthesia.

It is essential that your child knows how to brush properly. The dentist will therefore teach your child all the oral hygiene instructions in a playful way, with a plaque remover, and with a real toothbrush.

A dentist who listens to your child

The dentist will be able to answer all your questions, and you can ask him or her for real advice, particularly on your child's oral hygiene.

The dentist is a good listener and will be able to communicate easily with your child, if necessary.

Fear of the dentist in children: how is it managed?

Without the presence of a true alliance between parent, child and dentist, it is difficult to establish a bond of trust with the child.

First, it is important to talk to your child and tell them about the dental visit. This should be seen as an opportunity for your child to take care of their oral health in a normal way.

To ensure that your child or teenager has a positive experience of their first visit, it is important to be selective in your choice of vocabulary. It is essential to avoid using words that might frighten them.

The presence of the parents is essential to help the dentist build a good relationship with them. Once your child and/or teenager is familiar with the office environment, it will be easier for the dentist to establish trust and cooperation.

Specialists for children at the Champel Dental Centre

The dental service at the Centre Dentaire Champel is dedicated exclusively to children, from birth to adolescence. Our team of dentists will accompany you over the long term in order to treat the dental care of the whole family.

A pleasant space appreciated by children

The centre's environment creates a friendly, relaxed and fun atmosphere to make the visit of
to turn the visit of the little ones into a happy experience.

It is important to us that children have fun coming to the dentist, while receiving quality care using the latest technology.

Dentists trained in children's dental care

The Centre Dentaire Champel has gentle and sensitive dentists. They are able to provide dental care for your children.

Our team consists of complementary and competent dentists and dental hygienists. In addition, we have dentists trained in the care of children's teeth.

The treatments meet the current quality requirements taught in the dental faculties of Swiss universities.

Our specialists will advise you on how to care for your child's teeth. They will also give you various suggestions on how to deal with any problems that may arise from an early age.

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