In recent months we have observed a large number of children with cavities in their baby teeth in our practice, and in some cases, quite severe cavities.
There is a common belief that baby teeth don't require care since they will later be replaced by permanent teeth. But ATTENTIONThat's not how it is. cavities in baby teeth It is an infectious disease that progressively destroys the dental structure of children and can even interfere with the eruption of permanent teeth. Other consequences include:
• Intense pain
• Hospitalizations and emergency visits
• Decreased physical development
• Decreased quality of life
• High treatment costs
Cavities in baby teeth need to be treated as soon as possible with a filling or restoration. If left untreated by a pediatric dentist, they can affect the dental pulp and the eruption and formation of the permanent tooth.
That is why in MIDSA Dentistry & Co our motto is prevention.
The oral hygiene Our child's oral hygiene should be paramount; we must help them brush their teeth correctly, even at the beginning of the routines by doing it ourselves and gradually, when they acquire the habit and perform it correctly, letting them do it themselves.
We cannot fall into the false stereotype that a young child with baby teeth does not need to go to checkups with your dentist, The dentist will monitor your oral health, provide guidelines, and teach you how to properly perform daily hygiene.
Furthermore, at MIDSA Dental Clinic we want to emphasize the importance of diet control, Reduce sugary substances, avoid foods that can stick to teeth (which promote tooth decay), and avoid prolonged contact of teeth and gums with baby bottles.
