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The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that all children be seen by a dentist by age 1 year or within 6 months of eruption of the first tooth.  Pediatric dentists dedicate themselves to the oral health of children from infancy through the teen years.  They also take care of patients with special health care needs, such as the disabled.

Pediatric dentists not only take care of decaying teeth, but also manage issues with growth and development. Today, tooth decay is less of a problem for some children but an NetWellness Article (More)

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  • Kids Dental Health – What to Do, When to Do It NetWellness Article
  • Children's Dental Health Adam Article
  • Dental Care for Infants and Children OSU Article
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  • Illustration of the Mouth - Image OSU Article
  • Child Dental Health: Anatomy/Physiology MedlinePlus

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  • Dental X-rays NetWellness Article
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  • MISSING ADULT TEETH Ask an Expert Q and A
  • Orthodontics/Braces OSU Article
  • Thumbsucking Prevention: Broadband/1.1MB - Video (ADA Dental Minute)
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  • A Child's First Visit: Broadband/1.7MB - Video (ADA Dental Minute)
  • A Child's First Visit: Dial up/317k - Video (ADA Dental Minute)
  • Back To School Check-ups: Broadband/1.8MB - Video (ADA Dental Minute)
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