Pediatric Dental Center, Synphaet Children’s Hospital

Caring for your child’s oral health from their very first baby tooth, ensuring a bright smile at every stage of growth.

Oral health and dental hygiene during childhood lay the foundation not only for chewing and proper nutrition, but also for speech development, facial structure growth, as well as your child’s confidence and personality. Tooth decay in young children occurs easily and progresses rapidly if left unchecked. “Because long-term dental health starts with the very first tooth,” parents should bring their little ones for dental check-ups starting in infancy.

The Pediatric Dental Center at Synphaet Children’s Hospital is ready to care for children’s oral health from the first baby tooth through adolescence. Run by a team of pediatric dentists who understand children’s development and behavior, and equipped with modern dental tools and technology, we offer comprehensive check-ups, diagnostics, prevention, and dental treatments. We ensure your child develops healthy teeth and a bright smile at every age.

Conditions and Oral Health Issues We Treat

The Pediatric Dental Center provides comprehensive care for pediatric oral health issues, including:

• Tooth Decay and Severe Caries: Early-stage decay, deep cavities reaching the dental pulp, and root-end infections.
• Gum and Oral Tissue Diseases: Plaque and tartar accumulation, gingivitis (gum inflammation), mouth ulcers, and oral infections.
• Dental Structure and Bite Anomalies: Crooked teeth, crowded teeth, delayed tooth eruption, impacted teeth in children and teenagers, supernumerary (extra) teeth, malocclusion (misaligned bite), and pediatric jaw abnormalities.
• Dental Trauma and Emergencies: Loose teeth, fractured teeth, displaced teeth, teeth knocked out by accidents, and soft tissue injuries in the mouth.

Diagnostic and Dental Services

• Oral and Dental Check-up: Assessing cavity risk, monitoring tooth eruption, providing guidance on brushing and oral care, and offering nutritional advice to prevent decay.

• Preventive Dentistry:

  • Fluoride Application to strengthen enamel and prevent cavities.
  • Dental Sealant application to prevent food and plaque buildup in chewing grooves.
  • Dental scaling (cleaning) and polishing.

• Restorative and Therapeutic Dentistry:

  • Tooth-colored fillings.
  • Primary tooth crowns (Stainless Steel / Zirconia Crowns).
  • Pediatric root canal treatments (Pulpotomy / Pulpectomy).
  • Primary tooth extractions and Space Maintainers to prevent surrounding teeth from shifting.

Why choose the Pediatric Dental Center at Synphaet Children’s Hospital?

• ✓ Specialized Pediatric Dentists: Managed by dentists specialized in pediatric dentistry who understand children’s developmental psychology and behavior, selecting the most appropriate approach for each age.
• ✓ Peace of Mind with Safety Standards: High-standard sterilization controls, with coordinated care from pediatricians and anesthesiologists for children with dental anxiety or those requiring multiple procedures.
• ✓ End-to-End Care from Prevention to Restoration: Providing oral check-ups, decay prevention, restorative treatments, and continuous long-term monitoring.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: At what age should I bring my child for their first dental visit?

A: It is recommended to see a pediatric dentist when their first baby tooth erupts, or no later than 1 year of age, to assess oral health and receive early guidance on dental care.

Q: Do decayed baby teeth really need treatment?

A: Yes, they do. Baby teeth play a critical role in chewing, speaking, and holding space for permanent teeth. If left untreated, decay can cause pain, spread infections, and harm the development of permanent teeth underneath.

Q: How often should my child get fluoride applications?

A: Generally every 3 to 6 months, depending on the child’s cavity risk, which the pediatric dentist will evaluate individually.

Q: What is the difference between fluoride application and dental sealants?

A: Fluoride application is the coating of all tooth surfaces with fluoride to strengthen enamel and make it acid-resistant. A dental sealant, on the other hand, is a protective material applied to seal deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of molars, preventing food particles and bacteria from accumulating and causing decay.

Q: What should I do if my child is afraid of the dentist?

A: Try bringing your child for check-ups before they experience any toothache. This helps them build familiarity and a positive association with the dentist. Choosing a facility with pediatric dental specialists who use child-friendly behavioral techniques also makes a significant difference.

Q: How many times a day should a child brush their teeth?

A: At least twice a day—after breakfast and before bedtime—using fluoride toothpaste in the appropriate amount for their age.