What does a Paedodontist do?

A Paedodontist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the dental problems of children from infancy to young adulthood.

When should a child be first brought to a dental clinic for check up?

The first dental visit is recommended by 12 months of age or within 6 months of the first tooth coming in the children's mouth.

How is a pediatric dentist different from other dentists?

Pediatric dentists treat dental issues with respect to toddlers, kids, and teenagers. Many teenagers undergo orthodontic treatment which is done by an orthodontist when malocclusion is detected by a pedodontist.

Is it important to care for child’s baby teeth since they are replaced by permanent teeth anyway?

YES, it is of paramount importance as the permanent teeth develop and grow underneath baby teeth until they’re ready to break through the gums.The baby tooth serves as a placeholder, saving space for properly aligned adult teeth and if the baby's teeth are not kept healthy, the permanent teeth will be more susceptible to cavities.

Dr. Varangkanar Jiraratanasopa, Paedodontist in Bangkok, Thailand - Appointment

About Dr. Varangkanar Jiraratanasopa

Dr. Varangkanar Jiraratanasopa is a proficient and well-known Pedodontist at Bangkok International Dental Hospital (BIDH), Thailand.
She is a highly qualified dentist with over 20 years of experience in pediatric dentistry.
She completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, in 1996.
Later, in 2001, she went to Australia and earned her graduate certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Queensland, Australia.
She did MSc in Pediatric Dentistry from Mahidol University, Thailand and completed her Ph.D. in Health research and management from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, in 2018.
The treatments she gives include teeth cleaning, scaling and polishing, fluoride treatment to prevent tooth decay, dental fillings on primary teeth, dental sealants to protect children’s teeth, caries risk assessment, and instruction along with diet counseling for proper oral hygiene.
She is also a member of the Thai Dental Council’s Pediatric Dentistry department.
Dr. Varangkanar Jiraratanasopa has successfully published many research papers on the national and international levels.
She published her research on Fluoride, Dental materials, and systematic dental patients.

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