The eruption of the first teeth starts with the lower teeth when they are about 6 months old. Around the age of 3, all teeth are completed and it is expected that there will be 20 teeth in the mouth.

Genetic factor is important at the time of teething in babies. If there is no other underlying disease, it is not a problem for healthy babies to have their teeth erupted early or late.

Delayed eruption of teeth is usually related to premature birth, low birth weight, or low vitamin D levels. If an 18-month-old baby’s milk teeth have not yet erupted, it is recommended to go to the dentist for an examination. Babies who erupt their milk teeth late are expected to erupt their permanent teeth later.

In case of early eruption of teeth in babies, the risk of dental caries increases relatively, since oral care will be more difficult. Dentist examination is required at regular intervals during and after the first eruption of the teeth.

It is very important that your child’s first visit to the dentist is for the purpose of meeting and checking without any pain.

Do not reward your child with post-procedure gifts or the like.

It is important to set up motivational sentences before coming to the appointment. It is more correct to say, “I believe you can do it,” rather than using sentences like “Don’t be afraid, it won’t hurt”.

When your child misbehaves, don’t frighten your child with sentences such as ‘I’ll give you an injection’, ‘Uncle/aunt the doctor will get mad at you’, and don’t let anyone frighten you.

Leave it to the dentist to inform about the procedures to be done in order to avoid conflicts in the information given by the family and the dentist.

Before you go, you can make the event sympathetic by playing doctor.

Do not bring your child to the dentist after long and busy school days. A child who is normally very adaptable may react differently when tired.

Fissure sealant: It is the covering of these areas with a fluid filling material in order to prevent the accumulation of nutrients in the recessed areas of the molars that are suitable for caries. It has no harm or side effects. It ensures that the risky areas on the upper surface of the tooth that may cause filling are protected without the formation of caries. After it is made, it requires regular checking for the possibility of falling or breaking.

Flour: These are varnishes or gels applied to strengthen the enamel of the teeth against the formation of caries. Contrary to the news on social media and society, if it is applied correctly, there is no harm to health. Since its effectiveness lasts between 4-6 months, it is necessary to repeat it at regular intervals. The application does not cause any trauma to the child. Do not eat or drink anything for 1 hour after the application. It is necessary to stay away from milk and dairy products for 24 hours.