Children's Oral Health
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- Q Does sucking your thumb really ruin your teeth?
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After the permanent teeth come in, sucking may cause problems with the proper growth of the mouth and alignment of the teeth. It can also cause changes in the roof of the mouth. The intensity of the sucking is a factor that determines whether or not... Full Answer
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- Q What are early childhood cavities?
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Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is often referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay or Early Childhood Cavities. It most often occurs in the upper front teeth, but other teeth may also be affected. In some unfortunate cases, infants and toddlers have... Full Answer
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- Q Do missing teeth (endentulism) affect children differently than adults?
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Generally, missing teeth can cause problems. Specifically, baby teeth hold the space for the adult teeth to come in correctly. When a baby tooth is missing, the remaining teeth will move into that space making it difficult for the adult tooth to come... Full Answer
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- Q Why should my children learn to care for their teeth at a young age?
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Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food, speak and have a good-looking smile. The ADA recommends that parents take children to a dentist no later than their first birthday and then at intervals recommended by their dentist. When your... Full Answer
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- Q How can I prevent my child from getting cavities?
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Teaching your child good oral hygiene habits early can lead to a lifetime of good dental health. You can prevent your baby from developing tooth decay by developing an oral hygiene routine within the first few days after birth. As soon as teeth... Full Answer
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- Q When should I start taking my child to the dentist?
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Teaching your child about good oral hygiene is important. Listen as Dr. Maria Lopez Howell explains when to first take your child to the dentist and what to expect. Full Answer
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- Q Can early childhood cavities be prevented?
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Tooth decay is almost completely preventable. Your child’s baby teeth are at risk for decay as soon as they first appear-which is typically around age six months. You can help prevent tooth decay for your child by following the tips below: Lower... Full Answer
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- Q Should I brush my child’s baby teeth?
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Baby teeth are as important as permanent teeth. As soon as teeth appear in the mouth, tooth decay can occur. Therefore, when your child's teeth begin to erupt, brush them gently with a child's size toothbrush and water. After the first tooth has erupted,... Full Answer
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- Q How can I prevent my baby's tooth decay from a bottle or nursing?
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You can prevent your baby from developing tooth decay by developing an oral hygiene routine within the first few days after birth. Begin by cleaning the baby's mouth after every breast or bottle feeding. Do this by wiping the baby's gums with... Full Answer
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- Q When should a child have their first oral health assessment?
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The ADA recommends that a dentist examine a child within six months after the first tooth comes in and no later than the first birthday. A dental visit at an early age is a "well baby checkup" for the teeth. Besides checking for tooth decay and other... Full Answer
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