Dental cleaning in children and young people in Palma
Tartar build-up is the main cause of dental pathologies and is easy to prevent.
The main prevention of children’s dental problems
The accumulation of harmful bacteria is the main factor that causes oral problems such as caries and periodontal diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis) in both children and adults.
However, the temporary dentition of the youngest children makes them more susceptible to suffer from these pathologies and the truth is that they can be prevented thanks to professional dental cleanings carried out by hygienists with experience in the oral health of children and youngsters.
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Why are regular check-ups and cleanings essential?
Maintaining the oral health of young children is essential as they grow up, for the development of healthy teeth. A child or young person who does not have any oral problems can develop their oral functions (chewing, swallowing and phonation) optimally. However, when the teeth and gums are affected by some kind of disease, usually due to poor oral hygiene, the integrity of the mouth and these functions are affected.
At home, oral hygiene performed by parents when they are still babies or very young, and supervised when children start to grow, is important in establishing good oral health habits. However, this hygiene is not enough to completely eliminate the bacteria present in the mouth. Hence the importance of seeing a paediatric dentist for professional cleanings in children and adolescents.
How do professional teeth cleaning help?
Although, unlike in adults, tartar or bacterial plaque is not evident on children’s teeth, oral hygiene at home (although essential) is not sufficient for the correct elimination of the harmful bacteria present in the mouth. For this reason, it is advisable as a preventive treatment to visit a dental hygienist specialised in the oral health of children and adolescents. This will help with:
- The prevention of periodontal diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis, as well as the appearance of caries.
- Eliminating the bad taste in the mouth, a problem known as halitosis, which can also be caused by accumulated bacteria.
- Strengthening the enamel of teeth (both temporary and permanent) and removing surface stains.
How is professional teeth cleaning treatment for children?
In order to promote the correct growth of children and guarantee their oral health, it is essential that they visit the dentist and that regular visits are established. It is also important that these check-ups include professional cleanings which, on the one hand, complement those carried out at home and, on the other, are established according to the specific needs of each child.
Specialists in children’s dental hygiene in Palma
Dra. Cristina Martínez-Almoyna Rifá
Certified specialist in Invisalign and straight arch.
Bachelor's degree in Dentistry, Master's degree in Orthodontics and postgraduate degree in Paediatric Dentistry. Certified specialist in Invisalign and straight arch.