Why a Pediatric Dentist

A pediatric dentist completes the normal four-year dental curriculum while in dental school and then goes on to complete an additional pediatric residency program (2 years for most programs) specialized solely in the treatment of children.

In residency, a pediatric dentist receives more in-depth training for a variety of pediatric restorative dental treatments.

In dental school, a general dentist receives limited experience doing many of the procedures utilized in a pediatric office.

Pediatric dentists are taught many aspects of child psychology and different behavior management techniques (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) to help allow a child to be as at ease as possible throughout the appointment.

Pediatric dentists receive extensive training in working with children with special health care needs.

Pediatric dentists are taught how to effectively manage and treat dental emergencies that are very common in the pediatric population.