Pediatric dentistry

Procedures for the little ones - treatment, extraction, silanation and more.

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Pediatric dentists claim that oral health care should begin in early childhood, as soon as the eruption of deciduous teeth starts. According to pediatric dentists, the most common dental disease – caries (decay) – is not genetically inherited and is caused by bacteria in the mouth. If dental plaque is not removed or removed poorly, bacteria, inhabiting the plaque, start metabolizing carbohydrate-rich food into acid products which weaken the enamel and cause tooth decay. Bacteria also cause mouth problems – gingivitis, periodontitis (formerly called parodontosis). Pediatric dentists advise – good oral hygiene and proper teeth cleaning are the keys to healthy teeth and gums.

Prices

Here are the rates for this service. All prices are for services carried out by highly qualified professionals.

Preparing child for dental procedures (30 – 60 min)
30 – 60 €
Treatment of pulpitis of the deciduous tooth in one visit
60 – 80 €
Restoring a tooth with an NP standard crown
50 – 60 €
Tooth silant
10 €
Removal of a milk tooth
15 – 30 €
Milk tooth filling with a glass ionomer filling
50 – 60 €
Milk tooth filling with a component/composite filling
60 – 80 €
Preventive examination/certification
15 €

Treatment of deciduous teeth

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The common misconception that milk teeth are not worth treating because they will fall out anyway is false.

First of all, untreated baby teeth can cause pain and infection, which can damage the permanent teeth. Dental caries and the resulting pain can interfere with a child’s diet, lead to behavioural changes and poor aesthetic appearance.

Paediatric dentists say that the premature loss of milk teeth can lead to an incorrect bite. This is a common cause of orthodontic problems. The deciduous tooth supports the permanent tooth, so if it is lost prematurely, the new tooth may come in crooked.

Therefore, it is essential to treat milk teeth. Different coloured fillings have been developed specifically for the treatment of milk teeth, which are particularly welcomed by little ones.

The first visit to a paediatric dentist should be a preventive one, when the child develops the first tooth. The doctor will advise parents on how to care for their child’s teeth properly so that they do not decay. The first visit is a great opportunity for the child to get to know the dentist’s office and the dental staff, to avoid fear of dental treatment in the future.

Tips for caring for children’s teeth

  • In the second year of life, children’s toothpaste can be used, but only in small amounts – about the size of a child’s little fingernail. According to the latest research, such a small amount of toothpaste is considered harmless even if swallowed by the child.
  • When the first milk teeth erupt, paediatric dentists advise: at around 1-1.5 years of age, your child should start using a child-sized soft toothbrush.
  • The first permanent teeth erupt around the 6th year of life. It is important not to “miss” the first permanent molars and to brush them from the moment they erupt. Once these teeth are fully erupted, it is recommended to cover them with silants, a special material used to cover the furrows. This material fills the cavities, prevents food and plaque from getting trapped, and releases fluoride to strengthen the tooth.

You can get all these tips and more from a paediatric dentist, both about prevention and treatment of children’s teeth, when you visit the dental clinic Pilėnė in Vilnius.

Brushing your teeth – the most effective way to care for your teeth

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A child should be trained to brush his or her teeth from an early age. By the way, according to paediatric dentists, it is up to parents to brush their children’s teeth up to the age of 6 or 7. Until the child learns to write, his hand movements are not coordinated enough to brush his teeth properly. Of course, a young child can get used to brushing on his or her own, but it is up to the parents to finish the brushing. In addition, Mum and Dad must themselves be the role models for the child to observe and imitate.

According to a paediatric dentist, the very first teeth should be cleaned with damp gauze or a clean cloth after breakfast, and especially in the evening before bed. In addition, once the teeth have erupted, the child should be weaned from night feedings of breast milk, formula, especially sugary drinks and teas. A bottle of water or a pacifier can be offered at bedtime. It is advisable to limit the amount of sugar in the child’s diet. It is not so much the large amount of sugary food that is harmful to the teeth, but the frequent snacking. This constantly maintains an acidic environment in the mouth, which erodes the teeth. It is therefore better to eat a few sweets at once and brush your teeth than to eat the same sweets one at a time during the day.

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D. K.

Google Review left 2023-09-28

I have been visiting Pilėnė for many years. Only the best marks to all the doctors for the quality of their work, thanks to them the fear of dental treatment is reduced, they work gently and the nurses are always supportive. A special hangover for the hygienist Jūrate. Thorough, kind, never in a hurry and always pleasant.

My heartfelt recommendation

I. D.

Google Review left 2022-03-02

I would like to thank orthodontist Živilė and her assistant very much for their excellent work and for giving me a smile.I had been having dental complexes for 15 years, and now I can smile with confidence. Questions were always answered during the visit, including quick replies by email. I really recommend it, the visits are short but everything is done precisely. Good luck with your smiles 🙂