When Should Baby See A Dentist

By the time your child is six months of age, your doctor should assess the likelihood of your child having future dental problems. This may include a dental exam of the mother and her dental history, as the condition of her teeth can often predict her child’s teeth. If the doctor thinks your child will have dental problems, be sure your child sees a dentist by his or her first birthday or six months after the first primary teeth appear whichever comes first. After your first visit, schedule regular visits every six months or as your dentist recommends.

Experts recommend that your child see a dentist by your child’s first birthday. Babies with dental problems caused by injury, disease, or a developmental problem should be seen by a children’s (pediatric) dentist right away. If these dental problems are not limited to the surfaces of the teeth, your baby should also be seen by a children’s doctor (pediatrician) or your family doctor.