Who is this relevant to?
Children and caregivers throughout dental development.
← All explanationsPaediatric dentistry
Why do baby teeth already need dental care?
Paediatric dentistry concerns oral health during growth: from the first primary teeth through mixed dentition to permanent teeth. It includes age-appropriate examination, prevention, guidance for caregivers and treatment when needed. Primary teeth can become painful and diseased even though they will eventually fall out.
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Become familiar early
Cleaning and dental prevention begin with the first teeth. A calm early visit allows questions about diet, care and development to be discussed.
More than looking for cavities
The mouth, teeth and their development are assessed. Brushing and fluoride advice should match age and products already being used.
Care changes as children grow
Tooth replacement raises different questions from the first primary tooth. Reviews, prevention and necessary treatment depend on development and findings.
At a glance
What does prevention include?
Examination and age-appropriate advice on oral hygiene and diet.
When should I contact a dentist promptly?
For pain, dental injury, swelling or an unusual developmental change.
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Become familiar early
Cleaning and dental prevention begin with the first teeth. A calm early visit allows questions about diet, care and development to be discussed.
More than looking for cavities
The mouth, teeth and their development are assessed. Brushing and fluoride advice should match age and products already being used.
Care changes as children grow
Tooth replacement raises different questions from the first primary tooth. Reviews, prevention and necessary treatment depend on development and findings.
Often confused
Primary or mixed dentition?
Primary dentition consists of baby teeth. Mixed dentition is the temporary stage in which primary and permanent teeth are present together.
Quick answers
Are primary teeth less important?
No. They are used for eating and speech and can cause symptoms when diseased. Eventually falling out is not a reason to leave pain or decay untreated.
What should caregivers bring?
Information about symptoms, medicines and earlier experiences, plus the German yellow child-health booklet for young children. Since January 2026 it also records early dental examinations.
Does a child always need sedation for treatment?
No. Appropriate support and treatment depend on age, cooperation and clinical need. Paediatric dentistry does not automatically imply a particular sedation or anaesthetic technique.
At the practice
For a personal conversation
An editorially suggested question for a conversation with Dr. med. dent. Niusha Barahmand Pour:
What is particularly important at my child’s current stage of development?
Planning the next visit starts with the child’s age, concern and previous experience.
Discuss an appointment for a childAppointment selection at DoctolibLearning layer for training & practiceUnderstand terminology and deepen knowledge
- Primary dentition
- The set of baby teeth.
- Mixed dentition
- A stage with primary and permanent teeth together.
- Early detection
- Assessment for early disease signs and developmental concerns.
Make the distinction
Primary dentition consists of baby teeth. Mixed dentition is the temporary stage in which primary and permanent teeth are present together.
Sources and context
Editorial research: . General information, not an individual diagnosis or treatment recommendation. Teaching illustrations are simplified and do not depict a patient case.