When should a Child starts seeing a dentist

When your child is 6 months of age, your doctor should assess the likelihood of your child having future dental problems.

If he or she thinks your child will have dental problems, be sure your child sees Dr.Thomas Nechupadam before his or her first birthday or 6 months

after the first primary teeth appear whichever comes first. After your first visit, schedule regular visits every 6 months or as your he recommends.

Experts recommend that your child’s visits to a dentist start within 6 months after the first teeth appear or at 12 months of age, whichever comes first.

Dr. Thomas K Paulose
Dr. Thomas K. Paulose is the Director Clinical Administration at Dr. Nechupadam Dental, Kochi, India. He is a specialist in oral prosthetics, Aesthetic / Cosmetic dentistry and a certified Implantologist & Implant Prosthodentist.
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