Expert explains how modern techniques make visiting the dentist more comfortable and encourage healthy habits from an early age
October 2024 – Teaching children about the importance of oral health is one of the pillars to ensure general well-being and a high quality of life from childhood. Introducing an oral care routine, which goes beyond simple brushing, can prevent common problems such as cavities, gingivitis and, in the long term, avoid complications that can affect not only the mouth, but health as a whole.
GBT-EMS: transforms children’s dental care for the better.
Innovations in the field of dentistry help the dentist to be more “friendly” to children. This is how the specialist, speaker of EMS and teacher in Pediatric Dentistry, Ana Carla Robatto. According to her, dental prophylaxis, known as cleaning, carried out with the GBT protocol (Guided Biofilm Therapy), developed by the SME, allows the child not to be afraid of feeling pain, although they will not feel it anyway.
«This method is modern and consists of eight essential steps, ranging from the initial evaluation to identify problems to the final communication with the patient. Use a stream of warm water and a non-abrasive powder to clean teeth thoroughly and effectively. In addition to the delicate removal of biofilm and calculus, the protocol emphasizes patient motivation and instruction on daily oral hygiene, using techniques that make the process comfortable, painless and without the noise typical of dental procedures,” explains Robatto. .
This careful and detailed approach is relevant to children’s dental care as it provides a fear-free experience and encourages a positive attitude towards oral health from an early age. For parents, who need to convince their child to go to the dentist, this practice also becomes an ally. More details in GBT Step by Step. Video.
How can I get my child excited about brushing teeth?
Children’s oral health begins with improving brushing techniques. The good news? It’s easy to make brushing fun for them, all it takes is a little creativity. Try to do this moment as a family, play some music, tell a story, see if the little one needs help with the brush movements, use techniques that can clean without causing damage, such as brushing with the brush inclined at 45°, to clean the sensitive areas around the gums. Ask your dentist for advice on the right brush for each age group.
How important is diet for my child’s oral health?
A diet rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber helps prevent oral diseases, while limited consumption of sugars and acids helps reduce the risk of cavities. According to the recommendation of the Brazilian Society of Pediatrics (SBP)up to two years old, children should not consume foods with added sugar under any circumstances.
Encouraging children to consume fruits, vegetables and whole grains, in addition to drinking plenty of water and avoiding artificially sweetened beverages, among other things, are practices that should exist from the beginning of the baby’s introduction to food. At this stage, a healthy diet also benefits the health of the first teeth, which should be cleaned from the moment the first one emerges, around six months of age. The Brazilian Association of Pediatric Dentistry recommends the use of toothpaste in babies in an amount equivalent to a grain of rice (0.1 g), with a fluoride concentration of around 1100 PPM.
Remembering that a child who has problems such as bad breath or damaged teeth may have their social relationships affected, not feeling safe when interacting with other children. Therefore, promoting oral education from childhood not only prepares children for a life of healthy habits, but also teaches them the importance of self-care and well-being that will help them develop individually and socially better.
About EMS
Founded in 1981, EMSElectro Medical System, is a Swiss medical device company that operates in three areas of health: Dental, Pain Therapy and Urology, with state-of-the-art equipment and modern technology. EMS is based on 3 important pillars: quality and precision Swiss technology, proven clinical evidence on the effectiveness of its methods and products, and top-level education platforms. For more information and to find clinics certified in the GBT protocol, click click here.
About Dr. Ana Carla Robatto
Graduate in Dentistry from the Faculty of Dentistry – Federal University of Bahia – Dr. Ana Carla Robatto is a Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry, with a Master’s Degree in Dentistry, in the concentration area of Pediatric Dentistry from the Faculty of Dentistry of Bauru – University of São Paulo, speaker of EMS and Doctor of Science, from the Biological Sciences program, in the concentration area of Microbiology, at the Institute of Biomedical Sciences II, of the University of São Paulo. He is currently part of the teaching staff of the Bahian Faculty of Medicine and Public Health, participating in the curricular components of Children’s Clinic I and Pediatric Dentistry. He is part of the permanent teaching staff of the Specialization course in Pediatric Dentistry of the Brazilian Association of Dentistry, Bahia Section. She is a dental surgeon at the Éfika Odontologia Digital Clinic, in Salvador, BR.
