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Hi, I wanted to check whether regular dentist can review children's teeth and treat if any cavity exists or should I visit only pedodontist
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Hi there ...in my opinion, for regular check up you should visit a Pediatric dentist because a general dentist might miss some of the problems that he/she is not aware of.
So, irrespective of the child's cooperation levels...one should visit a specialist for a perfect an expert opinion.
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Seek an expert opinion always. Pedodontist have three years additional training in handling kids. For other problems do you consult a pediatrician or general physician? Be wise and decide for yourself.
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Always consult a pedodontist if u have an option..they are specialised in dealing with kids..and know better as in should be done.
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Go for regular dentist , he will asses and let you know whether specialist opinion is required
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Initial check up can be done by the general dentist to evaluate the need of pedodontist required or not.
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For regular check up and cavity treatment of your child, you may go to either your regular dentist or pedodontist but as per your child age, you may prefer pedodontist who can better control tantrum of this age group child.
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Yes if the child is cooperative & comfortable with the dentist it can be seen & problems be treated by a general dentist as well. if not then, pl visit a pedodontist
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As long as the child is cooperative any dentist can do a check up. However depending on the type of treatment needed a regular dentist or a pedodontist may be required.
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Dr. Ratnika Agarwal
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Pune
That's a really good question which many have .I would suggest you to go for a normal Dentist and you don't need a specialist for this .He will access and let u know if their is any special requirement for any specific treatment based on case to case
Regards Dr Ratnika agarwal
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Dr. Monisha Khurana
Dentist
25 yrs exp
Pune
A regular dentist can surely review children's teeth,and do required treatment provided the child is cooperative and comfortable with the doctor.It is good to take your child for dental checkup so he doesn't carry the fears into adulthood.In case the dentist feels necessary he might refer you to a Pedodontist.
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Dr. N Srinivas
Dentist
20 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello..you can visit general dentist for checkup and know whether to visit pedodontist is required or not.
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