Pediatric Dentistry

Yes, absolutely. Many people think temporary (baby) teeth don’t need treatment because they will eventually fall out. However, modern dentistry strongly emphasizes preserving every primary tooth until its natural exfoliation.
Here’s why:

• Protection of permanent teeth: infection in a baby tooth can spread and damage the developing permanent tooth located directly underneath it.
• Proper bite development: premature extraction leads to shifting of the dental arch. As a result, there may not be enough space for permanent teeth, causing crowding and the need for orthodontic treatment.
• Overall health: dental caries is a constant source of bacteria that can burden a child’s immune system and affect digestion due to inefficient chewing.

We use digital diagnostics and minimally invasive techniques to make treatment fast, painless and comfortable, helping children avoid fear of the dentist.

Irregular tooth alignment is usually not random, but the result of factors that influence jaw development and bite formation.

Most common causes:

• Insufficient chewing. A diet dominated by soft or liquid foods (purees, smoothies, porridge, soups) and a lack of solid foods reduces proper jaw stimulation. As a result, the jaws may underdevelop and there is not enough space for teeth.
• Impaired nasal breathing. Constant mouth breathing affects jaw growth and tooth positioning.
• Genetics. If parents had malocclusion or crowded teeth, the child may inherit a similar condition.
• Bad habits. Thumb sucking, prolonged use of a pacifier or bottle or lip biting can all alter jaw development.
• Premature loss of baby teeth. Early extraction can cause neighboring teeth to shift and “take up” space meant for permanent teeth.
• Functional issues (chewing, swallowing). Improper muscle function also influences bite development.

It is important to understand that crooked teeth are not only an aesthetic issue, but also a functional one affecting the entire system’s health.
The earlier an examination is done, the easier it is to guide jaw development in the right direction.

Fear is a normal reaction, especially if a child has no previous positive experience or has already encountered unpleasant sensations. In such situations, it’s important not to force the child, but to prepare them properly.

What parents can do:

• Do not scare the child with the dentist or use treatment as punishment;
• Do not transfer your own anxiety — children are very sensitive to parents’ emotions;
• Speak simply and calmly, without scary details;
• Avoid promises like “it won’t hurt” and instead build trust (“the doctor will check and help”);
• Do not force the child — it only increases fear and makes future visits harder;
• Bring a favorite toy to the appointment.

How we work:

At Medical Club 88, the first visit is about introduction and adaptation. Adaptation starts even before the examination. The child gets familiar with the clinic environment, toys and a playful setting that helps them engage and feel comfortable. We never start treatment if the child is not ready. The doctor gradually builds contact, explains everything in a simple way, uses playful elements and gives the child a sense of control. 

We move at the child’s comfortable pace to build trust and a positive experience.

If anxiety is high or complex treatment is needed, procedures can be performed under nitrous oxide sedation or general anesthesia — without stress or negative memories.

Modern dentistry recommends that children visit the dentist every 3–4 months. This schedule is based on the characteristics of children’s enamel, which is less mineralized, making cavities develop much faster than in adults. Regular visits allow us to detect the smallest changes in time, perform professional cleaning and strengthen enamel using digital preventive protocols. In addition to the medical aspect, frequent and painless visits help the child develop a positive habit and trust in the dentist, which prevents fear from forming in the future.