Pediatric DentistryWhat is it?
From infants to teens, specialized dental care for children
Pediatric dentistry is a recognized dental specialty that cares for children from birth through adolescence and focuses on their oral health.
From baby-tooth care and cavity treatment to growth-phase occlusion management and behavior guidance — dental care tailored specifically to childrenis provided.
In pediatric dentistry, the treatments we provide
Key treatment areas managed by a pediatric dentist
Infant/toddler oral checkups
A prevention-focused oral checkup starting from when the first teeth erupt. The Korean NHIS infant/toddler screening is also available at pediatric dental clinics.
Cavity treatment for baby teeth
Baby teeth need cavity treatment too. Keeping them healthy is important to guide permanent teeth into the right position.
Growth-phase orthodontics (occlusion management)
During jaw growth, we detect and correct bite problems early to guide normal dentofacial development.
Behavior guidance and psychological support
We understand the fears of children who are anxious about the dentist and create a comfortable care setting using professional behavior-guidance techniques.
Sedation (laughing gas)
A safe method that uses nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to reduce anxiety while your child remains awake and responsive.
Preventive care (sealants and fluoride)
Programs that help prevent cavities in advance, such as sealants (fissure sealing) and topical fluoride.
What is a pediatric dentist?
A specialist who comprehensively addresses a child's psychology, growth, and oral health
A pediatric dentist completes dental school (6 years) and then, at a university hospital pediatric dentistry department, completes 3 years of residency training and must pass the specialist board exam to earn the qualification.
During training, pediatric behavior management, treatment for primary and mixed dentitions, sedation methods, growth-phase occlusion management, and dental trauma care are learned in depth.
Unlike general dentists, they provide care tailored to each stage of a child’s growth and development, and they are trained in psychological approaches that help even dental-phobic children receive care comfortably.
Pediatric Dentistry Frequently Asked Questions
A pediatric dentist completes 3 years of specialty training and is skilled in child behavior, growth and development, and the transition from primary to permanent teeth.
We recommend starting at 6 months, when the first tooth erupts. Infant/toddler oral checkups at 18·30·42·54·66 months are covered by Korean NHIS (free of charge).
Yes—absolutely. If a baby tooth is lost early due to a cavity, there may be less space for the permanent tooth to erupt, which can lead to crowding or crooked teeth.
Pediatric dentists are experts in behavior guidance. Using Tell-Show-Do and nitrous oxide (laughing gas) sedation, we help make visits comfortable.
Wondering if your child’s teeth are okay?
At Seoul BD Dental, a pediatric dentist will guide you with care tailored to your child.
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