Early Check-ups and Routine Appointments
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“Every routine appointment is an opportunity to teach the child to trust oral health care and smile without fear.”
Dra. Cecília Miranda
The Early and Routine Appointment
The early appointment and routine appointments in paediatric dental medicine are fundamental to ensure healthy oral growth, prevent complications and create consistent hygiene habits from the first years of life.
These appointments allow early detection of cavities, changes in the bite and craniofacial growth or habits that may compromise the child's future smile, enabling minimal and effective interventions.
Early and Routine Appointments at GSC Dental Clinic
At Gambelas Smile Clinic, every appointment is carried out by a paediatric dentist accompanied by a dedicated assistant.
The process begins with a detailed clinical assessment, followed by the use of innovative diagnostic tools, such as digital radiology or intraoral scanner, and finally practical guidance for daily home care.
Besides prevention, these appointments strengthen the child's confidence in the clinical environment, reduce the need for future treatments and allow dental development to be monitored with safety, medical rigour and cutting-edge technology.
How the Appointment works
Initial assessment
Clinical exam of the teeth, gums and oral habits.
Clinical history with the parents
Collection of information on diet, oral hygiene and family history.
Complementary exams
Digital radiology or intraoral photography, only when necessary.
Preventive guidance
Clear explanation to parents about hygiene, fluoride, diet and home care routine.
Positive reinforcement with the child
Playful techniques that make the appointment calm and build trust.
Follow-up plan
Definition of the frequency of reviews, according to the child's needs.
Our dental medical team
At Gambelas Smile Clinic, the paediatric dental medicine team promotes not only early diagnosis, but also a positive experience, where the child learns to care for their smile and parents receive clear, practical information.
Dra. Cecília Miranda
Dental Surgeon - Paediatric Dentistry (OMD 8401)
Dra. Cecília Miranda has a postgraduate degree in paediatric dentistry and functional jaw orthopaedics. She has vast experience in performing treatments under sedation and general anaesthesia.
Dra. Ana Mimoso
Dental Surgeon - Paediatric Dentistry (OMD 11250)
Dra. Ana Mimoso is a specialist in paediatric dentistry by the Portuguese Dental Association. Experienced in monitoring children and adolescents, with an approach adjusted to each stage.
Dra. Filipa Fernandes
Dental Surgeon - Paediatric Dentistry (OMD 15248)
Dra. Filipa Fernandes graduated from the Faculty of Dental Medicine of the University of Porto. At Gambelas Smile Clinic, she dedicates herself exclusively to paediatric dentistry.
Applied innovation
Digital radiology
Fast and safe diagnosis, with minimal radiation.
Intraoral scanner
Comfortable digital recording without traditional moulds.
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Prevention and gentle, painless, effective cleaning.
Conscious sedation
Indicated only for very anxious children.
Recommendations for parents after the appointment
Habits
Reinforce at home the brushing habits learned in the appointment.
Diet
Avoid sugary foods between meals, especially at night.
Appointments
Schedule six-monthly reviews, even without visible symptoms.
Reinforcement
Value positive reinforcement: praise the child's behaviour after each appointment.
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Symptoms treated in Early and Routine Appointments
Early tooth decay
When untreated, it can cause stains, sensitivity, pain, infection and fragility of baby teeth.
Inflamed or bleeding gums
Gum inflammation can cause bleeding, discomfort and greater bacterial accumulation.
Difficult eruption of permanent teeth
Difficult eruption can be associated with pain, delayed tooth eruption and alignment changes.
Persistent bad breath
If persistent, it may indicate cavities, gum inflammation, bacterial accumulation or changes in oral health.
Parafunctional habits, such as thumb sucking or dummy use
It can alter the growth of the jaws, the position of the teeth and the balance of the bite.
Craniofacial growth alterations
They can reflect functional imbalances that affect breathing, bite and oral development.