Paediatric Dentistry – Prevention from the very start
Dear Patients,
Our children’s dental health deserves special attention right from the start. Tooth decay remains one of the most common chronic conditions in childhood. However, with the right preventive care, many problems can be avoided at an early stage.
At the Alpstein Clinic, we view paediatric dentistry as part of a holistic approach to promoting child development. Healthy teeth are not only important for chewing, but also for speech, growth, well-being and the healthy development of the permanent teeth. That is why it is all the more important to introduce children to good oral hygiene at an early age and to make dental health a natural part of their daily routine.
Preventive care for children – more important than we realise
We place particular emphasis on preventive care. This involves not only regular check-ups, but also encouraging good oral hygiene habits, teaching children the correct brushing technique in a child-friendly way, and selecting suitable oral hygiene products.
It is often overlooked that children can also develop plaque or tartar. That is why prevention is also important from an early age. At the Alpstein Clinic, we carry out these treatments in a particularly gentle and child-friendly manner. It is equally important to us to support parents in properly guiding their children’s oral hygiene in everyday life.
Why early intervention is important from a very young age
Why early intervention is important from a very young age
We recommend a dental consultation as soon as the first milk tooth appears. This is because milk teeth play a key role in the healthy development of the permanent teeth and therefore require special care.
Regular check-ups help to detect tooth decay at an early stage and prevent malocclusion. This means that many problems can be avoided before they become more serious. From a holistic perspective in particular, it is worth starting early. After all, what children learn in their early years regarding oral hygiene, nutrition and preventive care often shapes their health behaviour in the long term.
Tips for keeping children's teeth healthy in everyday life
There are a few simple things that are particularly important for maintaining good dental health in everyday life:
Brushing teeth from the very start, with parental support
Brushing training tailored to children and teaching the correct brushing technique
Mindful consumption of sugar
Regular dental check-ups
This is how, step by step, a solid foundation for lifelong oral health is built.
Our paediatric dentistry services
Our paediatric dentistry services include, amongst other things:
- Caries prevention and fillings
- Fissure sealants
- Space maintainers for early loss of milk teeth
- Treatment for anxious patients
- Professional teeth cleaning
- Treatment following dental accidents
- Nutritional advice
Treated in a child-friendly and sensitive manner
Our aim is to make a visit to the dentist a positive experience for children. That is why we use child-friendly language, playful methods and provide calm, empathetic support. This helps to build trust. It is precisely this trust that forms the basis for children to view dental care and visits to the dentist as something natural and positive.
Working together for children’s smiles
For us, paediatric dentistry means viewing teeth not in isolation, but as an important part of a child’s overall development. Effective preventive care, age-appropriate support and calm, child-friendly treatment form the foundation for healthy milk teeth, a strong set of permanent teeth and a positive attitude towards one’s own health.
If parents and children are supported from an early age, oral health can become an integral and natural part of everyday life. This is precisely where our holistic approach lies: we do not merely treat individual problems, but promote healthy development right from the start.
Dr. med. dent. Eleni Schrüfer
We look forward to meeting you in person
If you have any questions about paediatric dentistry, preventive care or proper daily oral hygiene, we would be happy to advise you and your child in person at the Alpstein Clinic.
