We must pay special attention to children during dental treatment. A timely planned and proper approach to the child is extremely important because in this way we can prevent extensive caries and dental phobia. It is recommended that the first visit to the doctor of dental medicine be between the ages of 6 and 12 months of the child's life, that is, in the phase of the eruption of the first milk incisors. During the first visit, the child is introduced to the dental environment and the parents are advised about the importance of prevention and oral hygiene. This includes:

• Proper tooth brushing 
• Choice of brush and other aids for oral hygiene
• Choice of tooth paste
• Education
• Eliminating bad habits
• Prevention of bottle caries

Regular dental check-ups reduce children's fear and the likelihood of tooth decay. After the eruption of the first permanent molars, it is recommended to seal the fissures. Also, as children get older, they become more physically active, play sports, which increases the risk of bumps and falls and dental trauma. The most severe trauma is tooth avulsion - the complete knock out of the tooth from its socket in the bone. In such cases, the reaction of the parents in the first hour is extremely important!

What to do if a tooth is knocked out:

Look for the knocked out tooth or its piece, put it in a glass of milk and contact the dentist IMMEDIATELY!