Tooth Decay in Children: Reasons, Safety Measures and Cure

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Tooth Decay in Children Reasons, Safety Measures
and Cure
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INTRODUCTION
Who wouldnt want their child to have a happy,
bright, and smiling face? After all, kids'
smiling faces are the greatest joy for parents.
As a guardian, it is painful to watch your
childs smile disappear gradually because of
early tooth decay. Sadly, the joyful laughter
and the first sparkling teeth are progressively
pushed into oblivion by the first signs of tooth
decay in children. Cavities in a babys teeth are
not only a dental problem but also represent the
suffering of a child that is often not realized
until it is too late. Learning the causes of
tooth decay in children and developing
appropriate treatments bring back, not only
their smile but their confidence too.
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REASONS FOR TOOTH DECAY IN CHILDREN

• Genetics and Dental Health
• Many other factors like genetic makeup can also
  be blamed. Some children may have softer enamel
  or other dental health preconditions that make
  them more prone to developing cavities.
• Diet and Sugary Foods
• Sweets and sugar-containing food products top the
  list that causes plaque formation. These
  bacteria are sugar- loving and generate
  aggressive amounts of acid which dissolves tooth
  enamel and results in bad teeth in kids.

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3. Poor Oral Hygiene
This shows that childrens teeth decay due to
poor brushing and flossing. At earlier ages,
children can have a difficult time performing
proper brushing and may need help from their
parents to clean their teeth adequately. 4.
Bottle Feeding Feeding a child with liquids in a
bottle for a very long time or feeding them with
sugary foods in a bottle can be very dangerous
and can lead to your infants tooth decay. This
is because when a child goes to sleep with the
bottle in his or her mouth, the teeth stay in
contact with sugary substances and this causes
tooth decay of milk teeth.
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Lets Look into the Signs of Tooth Decay
Tooth decay can lead to more severe issues if not
diagnosed early enough, and therefore it is
essential to seek treatment at the beginning
stages. Look out for White and rounded
striations on the teeth symbolize the early
stages of enamel wear. Broken or decayed teeth
with brown or black coloration, indicating
severe cavities. So, look out for toddler teeth
getting black near gums. Taste sensations
especially hot or cold foods and beverages. Foul
breath and the cultivation of a nasty taste in
the mouth.
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Preventive Measures and Cure for Pediatric Tooth
Decay
Stinging and soreness of the mouth, particularly
when eating or chewing food.

• Preventing and treating childrens tooth decay
  requires a proactive approach. Keep reading to
  learn about the preventive measures of milk
  tooth decay.
• Regular Dental Visits
• Check on the dentists schedule to get a routine
  examination to identify any early signs of tooth
  decay. Fluoride treatments along with dental
  sealants can be helpful and may be recommended
  by pediatric dentists for strong young teeth.

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Proper Brushing and Flossing
Supervise and get involved in teaching your child
how to brush and floss at least twice a day.
Fluoridated toothpastes help to make tooth
enamel more resistant to decay by arranging more
fluoride ions in the enamel crystal. Contact the
best pediatric dentist who will help your kids
understand the importance of daily tooth brushing
and flossing.
Nutritious diet Avoidance of sweet snacks and
beverages should be encouraged. Providing your
child with a balanced diet consisting of fruits,
vegetables, and dairy will benefit healthy teeth
and do away with rotten teeth in kids.
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Feeding practices
It is best not to send your child to bed with a
bottle. Transitioning to a cup as soon as
possible is advisable to avoid a child's rotten
teeth. Use fluoride Start using any toothpaste
that has fluoride. Consider applying fluoride
from a professional as well, as fluoride is
beneficial in hardening enamel and resisting
early tooth decay. If you notice these signs of
childrens rotting teeth or tooth decay, get in
touch with Federal Way Pediatric Dentistry. Our
expert pediatric dentists will surely come up
with the best possible treatments for your
childrens tooth decay.
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Wrapping Up
By understanding the causes of tooth decay and
taking steps to prevent it, you can protect your
child's smile and make sure that they no longer
have those same reasons to visit a pediatric
dentist. Your vigilance and concern now will
give them a radiant and healthy smile to enjoy in
the future devoid of tooth decay. For the best
pediatric dentistry advice and to get the best
remedy for tooth decay, contact Federal Way
Pediatric Dentistry. Our expert dentists also
offer pediatric cosmetic dentistry and pediatric
sedation dentistry to help your children have
bright and beautiful smiles.
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