Kids' check-ups
Gentle first visits that help children get used to the dentist, with early checks on how their teeth and jaws are developing.
Kids' check-ups in Hosur: what is involved
Baby teeth matter. They let children chew, speak clearly and smile with confidence, and they hold space for the adult teeth that follow, which is why they are sometimes called nature's braces. Decay in baby teeth can affect how the permanent teeth come through. Children should see a dentist after the first tooth appears and no later than their first birthday.
A first visit is short and gentle. We check the teeth for decay, look at the bite, jaw and gums, and clean the teeth, then give you tips for daily care and advise whether fluoride would help. A young child can sit on your lap in the chair. X-rays usually begin around age 5 or 6, as the adult teeth start to arrive. Regular visits after that let us follow development and treat small problems early.
Kids' check-ups: step by step
Your child can sit on your lap if they are small or nervous. We take it at their pace and explain what is happening in simple words.
We look at the teeth, bite, jaw, gums and the tissues of the mouth, checking for decay and anything that needs watching.
The teeth are cleaned, and we assess whether a fluoride treatment would help protect them.
We go through brushing and diet with you and your child, answer your questions, and book the next visit.
Good to know about Kids' check-ups
Talk about the visit in a positive way, practise opening wide, and try a book or video about the dentist. Choose a time when your child is well rested, not nap time, and give them a light meal first. If they cry, that is normal and nothing to worry about.
Wipe the gums with a damp cloth before teeth appear. Once they do, brush twice a day with a smear of fluoride toothpaste the size of a grain of rice, moving to a pea-sized amount from age 3. Start flossing when two teeth touch, and keep sugary food and drinks limited.
Guides and advice
When a child's first dental visit should happen, how often to go back, what happens at check-ups and how to care for baby teeth.
Crowding, crossbites, thumb-sucking and more: the signs worth checking, and why a screening around age 7 is recommended.
A calm first visit, and a clear plan for keeping little teeth healthy.