About CSPD

The Connecticut Society of Pediatric Dentists represents the specialty of Pediatric Dentistry in Connecticut and is dedicated to education, practice and research in the specialty of pediatric dentistry. CSPD is comprised of over 100 Connecticut pediatric dentists. The society provides liaison with other health care organizations, government entities, and private agencies concerned with the dental health of children, adolescents, and individuals with special health care needs.

About Pediatric Dentistry

The Pediatric Dentist is the specialist who is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teen-age years. The very young, pre-teens, and teenagers all need different approaches in dealing with their behavior, guiding their dental growth and development, and helping them avoid future dental problems. The pediatric dentist is best qualified to meet these needs. Pediatric dentists have had special training, which allows them to provide the most up-to-date and thorough treatment for a wide variety of children's dental problems. They are trained and qualified to treat patients with special health care needs. Because of this specialized training and commitment to comprehensive oral health, many parents wisely choose a pediatric dentist to treat their children.