Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dental care in Avcılar, Istanbul with specialist pediatric dentist Dr. Dt. Ceyda Pınar Tanrıverdi. Fissure sealants, fluoride treatment, baby tooth fillings, space maintainers, and orthodontic treatments for children.
Dr. Dt. Ceyda Pinar Tanriverdi
Pediatric Dentist (Pedodontist)
A pedodontist specialized in child psychology and development. She establishes age-appropriate communication with each child, transforming the dental experience into a fear-free and safe process. Using the "tell-show-do" technique, children first get to know the treatment environment, understand what will happen, and then begin treatment with confidence.
experience
experience
expertise
Çocuklara özel dizayn edildi
Every child needs a different approach.
We know that every child has different needs, so we offer patient communication, comfort-focused care, and a reassuring environment. Our goal is to help children achieve healthy smiles without developing a fear of the dentist.
Specialist pediatric dentist
Treatments are planned and carried out by our specialist dentist, who understands child psychology and development.
Comfortable and safe treatment
With modern techniques and a gentle approach, we make the treatment process as comfortable as possible.
A child-friendly approach
We communicate in a way that suits each child’s personality and help them feel safe and comfortable.
A positive experience
Our goal is not only treatment, but also helping children develop a positive attitude toward the dentist.
Dental Treatments Designed for Children
From preventive care to restorative procedures, early and appropriate interventions help avoid the need for more extensive treatments later on.
Dental Sealants
Deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of permanent molars are sealed with a thin protective layer to prevent bacteria from settling. The procedure is painless, needle-free, and completed in just a few minutes. It is especially recommended right after the first permanent molars erupt around age 6.
PreventiveFluoride Treatment
Professional fluoride gel applied to the tooth surface strengthens the enamel layer and increases resistance to decay. It provides far more effective protection than fluoride toothpaste used at home. For children with a high cavity risk, it is recommended to repeat every 6 months.
TreatmentBaby Tooth Filling
Neglected baby tooth cavities can become a source of infection and damage the permanent tooth bud underneath. At Doredent, treatment is made fun with child-friendly colored filling materials.
TreatmentPulpotomy for Children
A pulpotomy is performed when decay in a baby tooth reaches the nerve tissue. Only the infected portion is removed while the root remains healthy, allowing the tooth to continue functioning in the mouth until it naturally falls out.
TreatmentBaby Tooth Extraction
Extraction of baby teeth that are too damaged to be treated or are blocking the eruption of permanent teeth. The procedure is completed comfortably under local anesthesia. A space maintainer may be planned following early extraction.
PreventiveSpace Maintainer
Preserves the space left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, ensuring the permanent tooth erupts in the correct position. Without a space maintainer, neighboring teeth can drift into the gap, potentially leading to the need for orthodontic treatment later. A simple yet highly effective preventive measure.
Pediatric Orthodontics
Early correction of skeletal problems detected while jaw development is still ongoing. At Doredent, pediatric orthodontics is performed using two different methods:
Dental Trauma — Emergency Care
Covers emergency treatment for teeth that are broken, displaced, or completely knocked out due to falls, impacts, or sports injuries. Keep any broken tooth fragments in a moist environment and visit our clinic as soon as possible. With proper intervention, the chances of saving the tooth increase significantly.
Have questions about your child's dental health?
💬 Get Info via WhatsApp
Meet DoreBot —
Our Clinic's Most Beloved Member
We dreamed of a clinic where children arrive with a smile, so we created DoreBot.
DoreBot is Doredent's mascot designed for pediatric patients and the youngest team member of the clinic. It serves as a fun companion that greets children at the clinic, stays by their side during treatment, and teaches them proper brushing habits.
Dental Health Guide by Age Group
Every age has different needs. Click on your child's age group to see recommended treatments and what to watch out for.
Ages 0 – 2: First Teeth and Oral Care Foundations
The first baby tooth usually appears around 6 to 8 months. During this period, the goal is to establish proper care habits for parents and plan the child's first dental visit.
- Clean with a silicone finger brush from the first tooth
- First dental checkup around age 1
- Start fluoride toothpaste use with dentist recommendation
- Evaluate breastfeeding and feeding patterns
- Fluoride varnish (if cavity risk exists)
- Parent oral care education
- Dental development monitoring
- Nutrition counseling
Ages 3 – 6: Protecting Baby Teeth
All baby teeth are now in place. During this period, fluoride treatments, reinforcing brushing habits, regular checkups, and detecting harmful habits are the priorities.
- Regular dental checkups every 6 months
- Teaching proper brushing technique
- Limiting sugary snacks
- Detecting habits like thumb sucking and mouth breathing
- Professional fluoride treatment (every 6 months)
- Baby tooth filling (if cavities develop)
- Baby tooth pulpotomy
- Habit-breaking appliances (if needed)
Ages 6 – 9: Mixed Dentition — The Critical Years
The first permanent molars (6-year molars) and incisors begin to emerge. This period is the most critical for determining the future of your child's oral health.
- Apply dental sealants to 6-year molars (essential)
- Space maintainers for prematurely lost baby teeth
- Orthodontic evaluation (at age 7)
- Start using dental floss
- Dental sealants
- Fluoride treatment
- Space maintainers
- Early phase orthodontics (crossbite, narrow jaw)
- Invisalign First (ages 6-10)
Ages 10 – 14: Permanent Dentition and Orthodontics
All baby teeth have been replaced by permanent teeth. Crowding and bite issues become clear, making this the ideal time for comprehensive orthodontic treatment.
- Apply dental sealants to 12-year molars (second permanent molars)
- Orthodontic specialist evaluation
- Sports mouthguard for active children
- Making oral hygiene habits permanent
- Comprehensive braces treatment
- Invisalign clear aligner treatment
- Dental sealants (12-year molars)
- Fluoride treatment
- Trauma treatment (sports injuries)
Ekibimiz
Our team of specialist dentists
At DoreDent, every treatment is planned by experienced specialist dentists in their respective fields. We aim to provide our patients with safe, comfortable, and lasting results.
Dr. Dt. Ceyda Pınar Tanrıverdi
She specializes in communication with pediatric patients and preventive dental treatments. She makes the treatment process comfortable and safe for young patients.
➡️ 2,500+ pediatric patient experience
Uzm. Dt. Merve Özkan Akagündüz
Our orthodontic specialist and the founder of our clinic. She is experienced in clear aligner treatments and aims for results that are both functionally and aesthetically ideal.
➡️ 1,500+ total orthodontic cases
Dt. Buse Esen
Children also love Dr. Buse. With her meticulous approach to general dental treatments and patient follow-up, she helps patients go through the process comfortably.
➡️ 500+ prosthetic patient experience
Contact us today to book your appointment. Book an Appointment
What Is Pediatric Dentistry (Pedodontics)?
Pediatric dentistry (pedodontics) is the dental specialty that protects, treats, and monitors the oral and dental development of children aged 0 to 14, covering both baby teeth and newly erupting permanent teeth. Pedodontics is not limited to cavity treatment; it encompasses a wide range of services including preventive care, space maintainers for lost baby teeth, child-appropriate behavior management, and correction of oral habits.
At our clinic Doredent in Avcilar, Istanbul, pediatric dental treatments are performed by Dr. Dt. Ceyda Pinar Tanriverdi, a pedodontic specialist with expertise in child psychology and development. With experience treating over 2,500 pediatric patients, our dentist establishes age-appropriate communication with each child, aiming to transform the treatment process into a fear-free and safe experience.
The dental experience gained during childhood directly influences an individual's lifelong oral health habits. That is why ensuring your child's first dental visit is a positive one lays the foundation for healthy treatment processes in the future. At Doredent, our goal is not only to treat, but to help children develop a positive attitude toward dentistry.
Dental Treatments for Children
Treatments in pediatric dentistry are divided into two main categories: preventive and restorative. Early and appropriate interventions help avoid more extensive and costly treatments later on. Here are the primary pediatric dental treatments offered at Doredent:
Dental Sealants
A protective coating applied to the deep grooves (fissures) on the chewing surfaces of permanent molars. Since these grooves are difficult to brush, they are the most cavity-prone areas. Dental sealants seal these grooves with a thin layer, preventing bacteria from settling. This painless, needle-free procedure is completed in just a few minutes and significantly reduces the child's risk of cavities.
Fluoride Treatment
A high-concentration fluoride gel applied to the tooth surface that strengthens the enamel layer and increases resistance to decay. Professional fluoride treatment provides far more effective protection than fluoride toothpaste used at home. It is especially recommended to repeat every 6 months for children with a high cavity risk. The application is completely painless and takes just a few minutes.
Baby Tooth Filling
Treatment for cavities in baby teeth. Baby tooth cavities neglected with the thought "they'll fall out anyway" can become a source of infection and damage the permanent tooth bud underneath; additionally, early tooth loss negatively affects jaw development and tooth alignment. At Doredent, treatment is made fun with child-friendly colored filling materials.
Pulpotomy for Children
A treatment performed when decay in baby teeth reaches the nerve tissue, preserving the root and allowing the tooth to maintain its vitality. Unlike adult root canal treatment, in a baby tooth pulpotomy only the infected nerve tissue in the crown portion is removed; the root remains healthy and the tooth continues to function in the mouth until it naturally falls out.
Baby Tooth Extraction
Extraction of baby teeth that are too damaged or infected to be treated, or when they are blocking the healthy eruption of permanent teeth. Baby tooth extractions are performed under local anesthesia and completed comfortably for the child. Following early loss of baby teeth, a space maintainer may be needed to prevent neighboring teeth from drifting.
Space Maintainer
An appliance that preserves the space left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, ensuring the permanent tooth beneath erupts in the correct position and at the right time. Without a space maintainer, neighboring teeth drift into the gap, leaving no room for the permanent tooth and potentially creating the need for braces or clear aligner treatment later on. A simple yet effective preventive measure.
Pediatric Orthodontics (Early Phase)
Early intervention to correct skeletal problems (such as crossbite, narrow upper jaw, or receding lower jaw) detected while jaw development is still ongoing. Early phase orthodontics is typically applied between ages 7 and 10, utilizing growth potential to potentially shorten or eliminate the need for comprehensive orthodontic treatment later. At Doredent, pediatric orthodontics is planned through coordination between our orthodontist Uzm. Dt. Merve Ozkan Akagunduz and our pediatric dentistry specialist.
Dental Trauma Treatment
Covers emergency treatment for teeth that are broken, displaced, or completely knocked out due to falls, impacts, or sports injuries. Dental trauma is very common in children, and with proper intervention, the chances of saving the tooth increase significantly. Treatments may include composite filling or crown for a broken tooth, splinting for a displaced tooth, and replantation for a completely avulsed permanent tooth. Seeking dental care as quickly as possible after trauma is critically important.
Dental Health Guide by Age Group
Oral health needs and applicable treatments vary depending on the child's age. Below, we have summarized the recommended practices and key points to watch for each age period:
First Teeth and Oral Care Foundations
The first baby tooth usually appears around 6 to 8 months. Cleaning should begin with a silicone finger brush from the very first tooth. To prevent baby bottle tooth decay, avoid the habit of putting the child to sleep with a bottle; the first dental checkup should be done around age 1. The goal during this period is to establish proper care habits for parents.
Protecting Baby Teeth
All baby teeth are now in place. During this period, fluoride treatment, reinforcing brushing habits, and regular checkups are the priorities. If cavities are detected, baby tooth fillings are applied. Harmful habits such as thumb sucking and mouth breathing should be identified and corrected during this period; otherwise, jaw development and tooth alignment may be negatively affected.
Mixed Dentition — The Critical Years
The first permanent molars (6-year molars) and incisors begin to emerge. The 6-year molars are the most cavity-prone teeth because many families mistake them for baby teeth and neglect them, when in fact they are permanent for life. Dental sealants must be applied to these teeth. Space maintainers should be placed for prematurely lost baby teeth. Orthodontic problems (crossbite, narrow upper jaw) should be detected during this period and early phase orthodontics initiated if needed.
Permanent Dentition and Orthodontic Evaluation
All baby teeth have been replaced by permanent teeth. During this period, crowding and bite issues become clear. This is the ideal time to begin comprehensive orthodontic treatment (braces or Invisalign). You can book an orthodontic evaluation at Doredent with Uzm. Dt. Merve Ozkan Akagunduz. Dental sealants for the 12-year molars (second permanent molars) are also recommended during this period.
Why Are Baby Teeth So Important?
Baby teeth neglected with the "they'll fall out anyway" mindset can create a domino effect on the child's oral health and overall development. Understanding the fundamental roles of baby teeth and the problems that can arise when they are neglected is critical for appreciating the importance of early intervention.
Baby teeth enable the chewing function, directly affecting the child's nutritional quality. The front baby teeth are essential for the correct pronunciation of certain sounds during speech development. More importantly, baby teeth serve as natural space maintainers for the permanent teeth beneath them. A prematurely lost baby tooth can cause neighboring teeth to drift into the gap, leading to the permanent tooth becoming crowded or erupting crooked. This situation increases the need for orthodontic treatment in the future.
Neglected baby tooth cavities can lead to pain, infection, and abscess formation. The infection can damage the permanent tooth bud underneath, causing the permanent tooth to erupt with structural defects. Developing a one-sided chewing habit due to pain can negatively affect jaw development. For all these reasons, baby tooth health is the foundation of a child's future oral health.
Your Child's First Dental Visit
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child's first dental visit should take place when the first tooth erupts, or by age 1 at the latest. The purpose of the first visit is not so much about treatment, but rather about helping the child become familiar with the clinical environment, educating parents on proper care practices, and enabling early detection of any risk factors (baby bottle decay, thumb sucking, etc.).
At Doredent, the first examination takes approximately 15 minutes. Our pediatric dentistry specialist establishes a communication style appropriate to the child's age and personality to create a trusting environment. During the first visit, the child's oral structure is evaluated, dental development is monitored, and personalized oral care recommendations are provided to the family. The goal is to ensure the child has a positive first experience in the dental chair and to lay the groundwork for them to look forward to future appointments.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first dental visit should take place when the first baby tooth erupts, or by the age of 1 at the latest. The purpose of this visit is not so much treatment, but helping the child become familiar with the clinical environment and giving parents the right guidance on oral care. Early check-ups also help identify and prevent risks such as baby bottle tooth decay.
Absolutely yes. Baby teeth act as natural space maintainers for the permanent teeth developing underneath. Untreated cavities can lead to infection, damage to the permanent tooth buds, early tooth loss, misalignment, and problems with jaw development. The idea that “they will fall out anyway” can create serious risks for a child’s oral health. A baby tooth filling is a simple and quick treatment, and it is extremely important for protecting your child’s future oral health.
Fissure sealants should be applied soon after the permanent molars erupt. The first permanent molars (the 6-year molars) usually come in at ages 6–7, while the second permanent molars (the 12-year molars) typically erupt between ages 11 and 13. Applying fissure sealants before decay develops can significantly reduce the risk of cavities. The procedure is completely painless and takes only a few minutes.
The 6-year molars, also known as the first permanent molars, are the first permanent teeth to erupt in a child’s mouth and are meant to last a lifetime. Because they come in behind the existing teeth without any baby tooth falling out, many parents mistake them for baby teeth and may overlook them. In fact, these molars form the foundation of proper chewing function and play a key role in establishing the bite. That is why it is extremely important to protect them with fissure sealants soon after eruption and to keep them under regular dental check-up.
Prolonged thumb sucking and pacifier use can affect dental development by narrowing the upper jaw, causing an open bite in the front teeth, and contributing to orthodontic problems such as crossbite. In general, these habits are recommended to be stopped by the age of 3. If the habit continues, our pediatric dentistry specialist can guide families on habit-breaking techniques and, when necessary, habit-breaking appliances may also be considered.
İçerik Bilgileri
Bu sayfa Dore Tıbbi Yayın Kurulu tarafından hazırlanmış ve Uzm. Dt. Merve Özkan Akagündüz tarafından tıbbi olarak incelenmiştir.
