Preventing And Treating Common Dental Issues In Kids

Post date: Dec 08, 2017 9:12:26 AM

Children deserve the best dental care. Though their milk teeth will eventually be replaced, their fragile teeth are prone to cavities and other dental problems. Here is a list of some of the most common dental issues in kids and the right ways to prevent these:

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Tooth decay

A child's teeth are 50% thinner than an adult's. When tooth decay sets in it might be harder to prevent. To avoid further decay and damage, it is best to bring the child to the dentist regularly. Wen it comes to prevention, be sure to choose a toothpaste that has fluoride to replenish the minerals needed for healthy teeth.

Chipped or bumped tooth

Little accidents can cause chipped or bumped tooth. While it might not be a problem for children with milk teeth, those with permanent teeth need immediate attention when this happens especially if there's bleeding.

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Thumb sucking

While some parents and kids think thumb sucking is not a problem, they're mistaken. Thumb sucking might prevent the teeth from properly growing by causing an overbite or a misalignment. This is a hard habit to break but parents must help their child stop this for healthy teeth and gums.

To ensure that kids are getting the best dental care, it's important for parents to regularly bring them to the dentist to prevent potential problems and to ensure that their teeth are always healthy.

Dr. Kami Hoss, MS, DDS, is a sought-after author, consultant, inventor, and speaker in the fields of dentistry and business. He is the co-founder and CEO of The Super Dentists. Visit this page for more updates on dentistry and business.