Fluoride is a mineral found in water and other resources such as toothpaste, mouth rinses, and vitamin supplements that helps children develop strong and healthy teeth and prevent tooth decay. Cavities caused by tooth decay caused by bacteria in the mouth can be prevented by the use of fluoride, which prevents the breaking down of …
Tooth decay is the destruction of the hard, outer surface of the tooth called the enamel which can lead to cavities (caries) in the tooth. Initially, the cavities begin as white spots on the tooth and turn to light brown color. In the later stages, they go deeper and turn into either dark brown or …
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A dental cavity is a hole or damage to the surface of teeth that develops from tooth decay. They are mainly caused by the bacteria in the mouth and fermented (sugar) foods. Cavities develop on the surface of the teeth and in between the teeth. Initially, cavities look like white spots but may change to …
Choosing the best toothpaste for children is important to maintain good oral hygiene. Various products are available that contain different flavors, consistencies, abrasives, and artificial sweeteners, and the amount of fluoride can create confusion in choosing the best toothpaste for children. Choosing the best toothpaste for children depends on their age and the ability to …
Yes, oral piercings can affect your teeth. Oral piercing is a type of body art that involves making a small hole in the tongue, lips, and cheek to wear jewellery. The tongue is the most common site for oral piercing. Complications like bleeding, swelling, tooth injuries, and allergic reactions may occur. Oral jewellery may affect …
Bruxism is the condition in which a child may grind the teeth or clench the jaw involuntarily. It is common in children usually when they are asleep. This may also happen when the child gets anxious. Generally, this condition stops as the child grows old and starts losing the baby teeth. Bruxism is caused due …
Bad breath, also called halitosis, is a condition caused due to poor oral hygiene. Children may have bad breath due to many causes, like skipping brushing their teeth daily, unusual food habits, and some medical conditions like diabetes, which affect oral health. It is necessary to educate them on preventive measures for bad breath. Factors …
Baby teeth are known as the child’s first teeth and appear in the mouth at the age of 6 to 10 months. All 20 baby teeth erupt into the oral cavity by the age of 2 ½ to 3 years. It is important to take care of baby teeth as it will affect the overall …
Thumb sucking and pacifier sucking are examples of non-nutritive sucking habits that are natural baby reflexes. Non-nutritive sucking habits like sucking fingers, toes, pacifiers, and toys are mostly seen in babies whenever they experience pain or anxiety. Tips to prevent non-nutritive sucking Keep children busy: Talk to your children and explain to them the problems …
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Teething is the eruption of primary (baby) teeth into the oral cavity. Teething is different for all babies. It can occur at any time during the first year of life, starting around 6 months of age. The emergence of a tooth is sometimes painless, without any discomfort. But some babies experience symptoms like redness and …
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