{"id":46,"date":"2019-09-15T19:19:29","date_gmt":"2019-09-15T19:19:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2019-09-27T19:21:37","modified_gmt":"2019-09-27T19:21:37","slug":"trusted-pediatric-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/15\/trusted-pediatric-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Difference Between a Dentist and a Pediatric Dentist?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mother_and_son__1565907998_29302.jpg\" alt=\"mother and child smiling at dentist\" class=\"wp-image-47\" width=\"306\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mother_and_son__1565907998_29302.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mother_and_son__1565907998_29302-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mother_and_son__1565907998_29302-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 306px) 100vw, 306px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As a parent, you want to do whatever\u2019s necessary to protect\nyour child\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">oral\nhealth<\/a>. Through your proactive efforts, he or she can enjoy beautiful and\nstrong teeth for many years to come. To help in achieving this goal, you need to\nidentify the right dentist for your child to work with. The selection process\nstarts with understanding what the difference is between a dentist and a\npediatric dentist. Is the latter a better choice for meeting your child\u2019s oral health\nneeds? Read on to find out the answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Dentists and Pediatric Dentists Differ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter what type of dentist you work with, he or she has\ncompleted the necessary requirements to be awarded a dental degree, which is usually\nfollowed by a General Practice Residency Program. To become a specialist, though,\na dentist has to receive additional training. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An example of this is with pediatric dentistry. To earn this\ndistinction, a dentist has received an additional two years of full-time\nintensive training that is geared specifically toward treating infants and children\nthrough adolescence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For children with orthodontic issues, it\u2019s also better to\nwork with a pediatric orthodontist. This type of specialist will be better\nsuited to accommodate the unique developmental phases of a child\u2019s jawbone and\nteeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why It\u2019s Better to Work with a Pediatric Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to your child\u2019s oral health, it\u2019s more\nadvantageous to work with a board-certified pediatric dentist, because he or\nshe will be prepared to deal with situations that are unique to children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the treatment areas they\u2019re trained in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Treatment of medically compromised children<\/li><li>Treatment of children under sedation and\nanesthesia<\/li><li>Management of growth and development issues related\nto the mouth, head and face<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, you\u2019ll find that in addition to having a skill\nset that encompasses the above, a pediatric dentist will have the right type of\ntemperament and patience necessary to effectively treat active children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Often Should Your Child Visit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve identified the dentist that fits your child\u2019s\nneeds and makes him or her feel comfortable, it\u2019s important to visit at least semi-annually\nfor cleanings and examinations. This provides several benefits to you and your\nchild, which includes the ability to catch and treat any budding issues early, to\nensure strong and healthy teeth and gums, and it provides you a way to save money\nby preventing costly dental procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child\u2019s oral health should only be left in the hands of\nthe most capable dental professionals. This will give you the peace-of-mind of\nknowing that your little one\u2019s future is protected. To get on the right path,\ncontact a local pediatric dentist to schedule a visit today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A board-certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Moe Beydoun earned\nhis dental degree from Boston University. He helps young patients and their\nparents feel comfortable and relaxed about receiving dental care at Pediatric\nDentistry &amp; Orthodontics. Dr. Beydoun can be reached for more information\nthrough his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kids-dentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. &nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a parent, you want to do whatever\u2019s necessary to protect your child\u2019s oral health. Through your proactive efforts, he or she can enjoy beautiful and strong teeth for many years to come. To help in achieving this goal, you need to identify the right dentist for your child to work with. 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