Molars growing in

Teeth development in children - Better Health Channel

The development of primary teeth begins while the baby is in the womb. At about 5 weeks' gestation, the first buds of primary teeth appear in the baby's jaws. At birth, the baby has a full set of 20 primary teeth (10 in the upper jaw, 10 in the lower jaw) hidden under the gums. Primary teeth are also known as baby teeth, milk teeth or deciduous teeth.

Types of teeth

The names of the different types of teeth are:

Incisors – the front teeth located in the upper and lower jaws. Each incisor has a thin cutting edge. The upper and lower incisors come together like a pair of scissors to cut the food.
Canines – the pointy teeth on both sides of the incisors in the upper and lower jaws; used to tear food.
Premolars – which have flat surfaces to crush food.
Molars – these are larger than premolars towards the back of the mouth, with broad, flat surfaces that grind food.

Teething

'Eruption' refers to the tooth breaking through the gum line. In babies, tooth eruption is also called teething. The timing of tooth eruption differs from child to child. For example, one child may cut their first tooth when only a few months old, while another may not start teething until they are 12 months old or more.

The exact timing may be different from child to child but the order of tooth development is more consistent.

Generally, the average child has their full set of 20 primary teeth by the age of 3 years.

Managing the teething process

Babies’ immune systems start to change when they are around 6 months old. Along with the tendency to put things in their mouths, this makes them more prone to illnesses. Symptoms of common childhood illnesses such as changes in sleep and eating patterns, fussiness, rash, drooling, runny nose and diarrhoea are often linked to teething when that might not be the cause. If your child has these symptoms, speak to your child’s doctor about other possible causes such as bacterial, viral or middle ear infections.

Teething takes about 8 days, which includes 4 days before and 3 days after the tooth comes through the gum. (You may see a blue-grey bubble on the gum where the tooth is about to appear. This is called an eruption cyst and will usually go away without treatment.) During this time, it can be tough to keep children comfortable.

Some tips include:

Massage – gently massage the gum with clean fingers or a soft, wet cloth.
Chilled (not frozen) teething rings or rusks – pressure from a cold object can relieve discomfort from teething. Do not sterilise plastic teething rings in boiling water or dishwater, unless specified by the manufacturer. Be sure to check product information before buying teething rings. Avoid the ones that use a plastic softener called 'diisononyl phthalate'.
Unsweetened teething rusks or sugar-free teething biscuits – these can be given to infants over 6 months who have started eating solids.
Pain-relieving medications – paracetamol works well for children. Ibuprofen may also help, but it is not as well tolerated by children.
Dry the drool – the skin around the mouth, particularly the chin area, can become irritated. Gently wipe this away with a soft cloth throughout the day.

Some treatments should be used with caution or not at all. These include:

Teething necklaces – amber is believed by some people to release healing oil on contact with warm skin. The oil is thought to be soothing or help to reduce pain. Although amber teething strings or necklaces are designed to be worn around the neck, wrist or ankle, they have been incorrectly used to chew on. The ACCC has issued a product safety statement about amber teething necklaces, warning of possible choking and strangulation hazards. Parents are asked to consider other less risky ways of providing relief from teething.
Teething gels – common teething gels contain 8.7–9.0% of the ingredient choline salicylate. Salicylate is related to aspirin. The use of aspirin for children younger than 16 is not recommended because in some children it has been known to cause Reye's syndrome – a rare but potentially lethal condition that can cause liver and brain damage. Although there has not been a reported case of Reye's syndrome associated with the use of teething gels, the general advice is that it is a risk not worth taking when there are other things available.

Teething gels containing benzocaine are also not recommended for use in children. Research also suggests that teething gels may not relieve teething pain, rather the act of massaging it into the gum is what helps.

Caring for baby teeth

Some parents may feel that caring for baby (primary) teeth isn't as important as caring for adult (permanent) teeth, simply because baby teeth fall out.

However, baby teeth are very important. They allow children to chew food and speak properly, and they reserve the spaces in the gums for future adult teeth.

Tooth decay in baby teeth

Tooth decay is preventable. The risk of developing dental decay can be significantly reduced by good oral hygiene habits and a healthy diet from a young age.

Decayed baby teeth need to be treated by a dental practitioner. In some cases, specialist treatment in a hospital under a general anaesthetic is needed. If neglected, decayed baby teeth can lead to mouth pain, dental abscesses (a boil or swelling resulting from infected teeth), and problems with the surrounding teeth. Severe decay in baby teeth can affect eating and sleep, which can slow growth.

If a baby molar is lost too early due to severe decay, adjacent baby teeth may drift into the gap and create spacing problems for the adult tooth when it comes through.

Watch this Australian Dental Association video about caring for children’s oral health.

Loss of baby teeth

From the age of about 6 years, baby teeth start to become 'wobbly' and fall out to make way for adult teeth. It is perfectly normal for a child to lose their first tooth up to a year or 2 earlier or later than 6 years of age. Girls generally lose teeth earlier than boys. The first tooth to fall out is usually located in the front of the lower jaw.

Losing baby teeth can be unsettling and painful for young children. Suggestions for parents include:

Reassure your child that losing baby teeth is a natural process and new adult teeth will come in their place. It's normal for gums to be tender and bleed a little, although some children experience little or no discomfort while losing their teeth.
Use cold packs or over-the-counter anti-inflammatory or pain-relieving medication to help relieve loose tooth pain. Ask your dentist or pharmacist for recommendations on appropriate medication for your child.
Make use of the Tooth Fairy. This myth has lasted a long time with good reason! The idea of getting some money or another reward in exchange for a tooth might soften the idea of tooth loss for your child.

Permanent teeth

Permanent teeth are also known as adult teeth or secondary teeth. The permanent teeth start to develop in the jaws at birth and continue after a child is born. By about 21 years, the average person has 32 permanent teeth, including 16 in the upper jaw and 16 in the lower jaw. (In some cases, the third molars – commonly called wisdom teeth – do not develop or do not erupt so some people only have a set of 28 permanent teeth.)

At about the age of 6 years, the first permanent molar teeth erupt. These 4 molars (2 in each jaw) come out behind the child's baby teeth. Other permanent teeth, such as the incisors, canines, and premolars, erupt into the gaps in the gum left by baby teeth that are lost.

As with baby teeth, the timing for when the permanent teeth come through can differ. Generally, the order of and rough timeline for each type of permanent tooth is:

First molars – between 6 and 7 years.
Central incisors – between 6 and 8 years.
Lateral incisors – between 7 and 8 years.
Canine teeth – between 9 and 13 years.
Premolars – between 9 and 13 years.
Second molars – between 11 and 13 years.
Third molars (wisdom teeth) – between the ages of 17 and 21 years, if at all.

Mouthguards protect children's teeth

Mouthguards help protect teeth and prevent dental injuries, particularly when playing and training for contact sports. All children playing contact sports should wear a custom-fitted mouthguard, even primary school-age children. Custom-fitted mouthguards are comfortable, allow speech and do not restrict breathing. Learn more about mouthguards.

Where to get help

Your dentist
Australian Dental Association ‘Find a Dentist’ or Tel. (03) 8825 4600
Dental Health Services Victoria Tel. (03) 9341 1000 or 1800 833 039 outside Melbourne metro - provides public dental services through the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne and community dental clinics, for eligible people.
Maternal and Child Health Line (24 hours) Tel. 13 22 29
NURSE-ON-CALL (24 hours, 7 days) Tel. 1300 60 60 24 – for expert health information and advice
Royal Children's Hospital (Dentistry) Tel. (03) 9345 5344

Permanent Tooth Eruption - Pediatric Dentist in Frisco

Permanent tooth eruption is the process of tooth development which occurs over an approximate 7 year period, during which a child’s original baby teeth fall out and are replaced by the adult teeth. The primary (baby) teeth have usually emerged by the time a child is 3 years old, with 10 teeth residing in each jaw. During this time, these first teeth are acting as placeholders for the permanent teeth soon to come.

Permanent teeth typically begin erupting around age 6, although they may appear earlier or later, usually in correlation with when the baby teeth came in. Most of the permanent teeth begin to erupt several weeks after the corresponding baby teeth fall out; however, while there are 20 baby teeth, ultimately 32 permanent teeth will emerge (16 in each jaw). Twelve of these teeth do not replace baby teeth.

Learn more about baby teeth development in dental topics.

How Permanent Teeth Develop

Permanent teeth grow beneath the gums in the jawbone under the existing baby teeth. Over time, the root of each primary tooth begins to resorb (dissolve) and the crown, or top, of the incoming permanent tooth forms in the space where the root of the baby tooth breaks down.

The baby tooth then becomes loose as the permanent tooth continues to form, eventually pushing its way through the pathway left by the lost baby tooth. Because the jawbone grows faster than the rest of the face, it will eventually be able to accommodate 32 permanent teeth where the 20 baby teeth began.

Permanent Tooth Eruption Sequence

Permanent tooth eruption can begin as early as age 4 or as late as age 8. If your child experienced teething early, the permanent teeth will likely come early, as well. By the same token, late teething usually means late permanent tooth eruption.

Permanent teeth typically erupt in pairs, and often in a predictable order; however, if your child’s teeth do not follow the usual sequence, there is generally no need to be alarmed. Just like teething in babies, adult tooth eruption is different for each child.

The first permanent teeth to come in are the 6 year molars (first molars), sometimes called “extra” teeth because they do not replace baby teeth. The baby teeth that are acting as placeholders then typically fall out in the sequence in which they erupted, as they are replaced with their permanent counterparts.

The 6 year, or first, molars erupt behind the baby teeth, with 2 appearing on the top and 2 on the bottom.
The 4 central incisors (top 2 front teeth and top 2 bottom teeth) are usually the first teeth to become loose, fall out, and be replaced by permanent teeth. This often occurs around age 6-7.
Next, the lateral incisors (the 4 teeth on either side of the top and bottom front teeth) will erupt, taking the place of those lost baby teeth. Lateral incisors typically begin erupting between the ages of 7-9.
The 2 canine teeth, or cuspids, (the pointy teeth next to the lateral incisors) in the bottom jaw are next in the eruption sequence, followed by the 4 bicuspids which take the place of the first premolars. These all emerge between the ages of 9 and 12 in most cases.
The top canine teeth (cuspids) and the second bicuspids, which replace the second premolars, arrive next, usually between age 10 and 12.
The next set to come in are the second molars on the top then bottom. These “extra” teeth, which do not replace any primary teeth, are often called 12 year molars, as they typically erupt between 11 and 13 years of age. The second molars come in just behind the 6 year molars that were the first permanent teeth to appear.

In general, the first eight teeth to fall out (central and lateral incisors) do so in fairly quick succession, usually within a 2 year period from ages 6-8. This exodus is followed by an approximately 2 year dry spell with no tooth loss. The remaining 12 teeth tend to fall out between ages 10-13.

The entire permanent tooth eruption process takes about 7 years, during most of which your child will have a mixture of both permanent teeth and baby teeth (mixed dentition stage). When all the baby teeth are lost, the permanent dentition stage begins.

Keep in mind that there is no definitive age that applies to permanent tooth eruption. However, if your child loses a tooth and its permanent replacement has not emerged within 3 months, contact your pediatric dentist for an evaluation.

All the permanent teeth typically erupt by age 13, except for the third molars, or wisdom teeth which emerge a few years later.

Wisdom Tooth Eruption

The last permanent teeth to come in are the third molars, also called wisdom teeth. Most people do not get wisdom teeth until they are in their late teenage years or early twenties, with some people never having wisdom teeth erupt. Wisdom teeth sometimes need to be extracted before they erupt fully because the patient’s jaw does not have enough space and the teeth are at risk for becoming impacted.

Impacted wisdom teeth do not erupt because they are blocked by the existing teeth. Infection, inflammation, and damage from overcrowding can occur if left unaddressed. Your dentist will keep a watchful eye on your child’s wisdom teeth as they begin to develop.

Crowding of Permanent Teeth

Crowding of the permanent teeth occurs when the jaw does not have enough room to accommodate the incoming teeth. Crowding can be caused by:

Early loss of baby teeth: When a baby tooth comes out too early, either from early childhood caries (baby bottle tooth decay), dental trauma (injury), or necessary extraction, the remaining adjacent teeth can shift into the space and cause the permanent tooth to be obstructed and erupt misaligned.
Small jaw size: In some cases, the teeth are mismatched for the size of the patient’s jaw.
Supernumerary teeth (hyperdontia): While multiple extra teeth rarely occur, it is not that uncommon for one extra permanent tooth to appear and affect the eruption of the other teeth.

The manner in which the teeth erupt is influenced greatly by heredity. If parents have straight teeth naturally, chances are greater that the child’s teeth will also come in straight. If overcrowded teeth run in the family, your child may also inherit crowding issues. Not to worry, crowding can be corrected with extraction and/or orthodontic treatment.

Visiting your dentist regularly and practicing good oral hygiene will help keep your child’s permanent teeth healthy and free of cavities (dental caries-tooth decay). If you have questions or concerns about the eruption of your child’s permanent teeth, please contact our office for an appointment.

If you have questions about your child’s Permanent Tooth Eruption, please contact Dr. Zarmin Lalani and her team at Discovery Kids Pediatric Dentistry Frisco, Texas, by completing an online appointment request or phone 469-365-5437.

Dr. Zarmin Lalani is a board certified pediatric dentist in Frisco dedicated to helping her patients develop and maintain good oral health habits that last a lifetime.

It’s All About The Kids!

features of growth and change - dentistry President

Waiting for the first baby teeth in a baby is an exciting and pleasant time, although it is accompanied by some inconvenience. However, one expectation is soon replaced by another. And now mom and dad can’t wait until the baby teeth begin to change into permanent ones.

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Growth and change of milk teeth
Tooth changer
Dental care features
Teeth grow crooked: what to do?
Tooth fell out: your actions?
Deciduous teeth caries: prevention and treatment

Changes associated with the growth and loss of teeth in a child always raise a lot of questions. One of the first - when the first molars appear. Answer: 6-7 years old. The rest you will learn from our article.

Growth and change of milk teeth

It is interesting to know that milk teeth begin to form when the baby is in the mother's womb. And after birth, permanent teeth begin to develop in the gums. This is a long and exciting process, the duration of which depends on the characteristics of the individual development of a small person.

Normally, an adult has 32 teeth, 16 at the top and 16 at the bottom. A small child has fewer of them - only 20. The critter begins to lose its milk wealth as soon as the formation of permanent teeth in the gum ends. They erupt, displacing temporary teeth.

Possible pain during the change of teeth is the subject of frequent unrest among parents. But we hasten to reassure: in 90% of cases, the eruption of molars occurs almost painlessly. The roots of milk teeth simply dissolve, resulting in natural loss. Most often, the lower teeth change first, but how this will happen in your child and at what speed is an individual question.

On average, all teeth are replaced within 6-8 years. That is, by the age of 14, a teenager will already have a complete set. However, even here there are some nuances. Ultimately, the intensity of the loss of old and the eruption of new teeth is influenced by genetic predisposition, as well as the quality of nutrition. Even drinking water can affect the speed and then the health of your child's teeth.

In case of poor water quality, the risk of caries and pulpitis in milk teeth is higher than in the situation of drinking a good, mineral-rich liquid. Often, in order to avoid damage to the molars growing after them, the milk teeth are pulled out. It is possible to treat them, but it is not always advisable. Ultimately, this issue should be decided by a specialist.

It is interesting to know that the region also affects the change of the dentition. The factors that delay or accelerate the growth of permanent teeth can also be attributed to the standard of living of the family, the nature of the disease.

Tooth changing mechanism

Another interesting fact to add to your knowledge of teeth: the so-called sixes, or molars, erupt first. But growing up, they do not provoke the loss of milk teeth simply because they are not there. These are additional teeth that stand next to the infant ones.

But then a full-fledged change of milk teeth to molars takes place. Start the relay, as in the first months of a baby's life, incisors. First the lower ones fall out, and then the upper ones. After that, the premolars change, the first pair is renewed at the age of 10, the second at about 12. By the age of 13, the child, as a rule, already has brand new molars, and at 14 the second molars grow. The third line of molars (wisdom teeth) normally grow in an older teenager, but in practice they erupt already in adults. In some cases, the eights are not shown at all on the surface of the gums.

Dental care features

The sooner you teach your child about oral care, the healthier their teeth will be. Cleaning is necessary for both molars and milk teeth. Moreover, the first permanent teeth especially need this, because at first the enamel is still very thin. She lacks minerals to resist germs and cavities. Therefore, experts recommend using a paste containing fluorine. After each meal, it is strongly recommended to rinse your mouth with clean water. During the day, it is advisable to consume less sweets, because. sugar destroys enamel.

Sometimes during the process of changing teeth, discomfort in the gums and itching are observed, complaints of increased sensitivity during eating are noted. Calcium-containing foods and vitamin-mineral complexes help strengthen teeth. A qualified pediatric dentist will be able to give practical advice on relieving pain and itching, as well as prescribing vitamins.

Teeth grow crooked: what to do?

The curvature of the molars can appear literally out of the blue, even if the milk line was perfect. The most common cause of individual teeth protruding or misaligned is slow jaw growth, while the teeth themselves grow at a normal rate. Thus, there is simply little space for the teeth, and they take up space above the neighboring ones. Another cause of curvature is the habit of sucking a finger, tongue or foreign objects (pacifiers, pens, etc.).

It is possible to determine whether the baby's oral cavity is developing correctly at about 5 years of age. Conduct a simple inspection at home and pay attention to the gaps between the teeth. If they are sufficient for the appearance of the first molars, then everything is in order. If the milk teeth sit very tightly to each other, then it may make sense to visit an orthodontist.

Extraction of a milk tooth: in what cases is it necessary?

The desire of many parents to pull out a milk tooth immediately after it began to stagger can be explained by the desire to help the child, to ease his suffering. However, this should not be done. With natural loosening, changing teeth is less painful.

There are two good reasons to have a tooth removed promptly:

when it prevents the root from erupting, and this can lead to crookedness;
when there is an inflammatory process.

You can also remove a tooth if it has been loosening for a long time and causing discomfort to the baby. In case of other concerns, we recommend that you contact a specialist.

Tooth fell out: what to do?

With a normal change of teeth, the wound does not bleed after falling out. In this case, it is enough for the child not to eat or drink for the next 2 hours. This will prevent the entry of irritating substances into the wound, as well as infection. As a prevention of infection, you can make a rinse solution: 2 tablespoons of salt in a glass of water with the addition of 2-3 drops of iodine.

If the cavity in the gum bleeds, do not be afraid. This only speaks of the rupture of thin vessels under the tooth. You can stop bleeding by biting a cotton swab for 5-10 minutes. If after that the blood is still flowing, call a doctor and get tested.

Caries in milk teeth: prevention and treatment

Caries in milk teeth is a common problem in children. Many parents do not attach much importance to it, relying on the early loss of the affected tooth, and make a mistake. A neglected infection can provoke deformation of the jaw, displacement of the molars, as well as their defeat even in the infancy.

Most often, caries is detected at the age of 2-3 years, and the appearance of dark spots is affected not only by poor hygiene, but even by the mother's lifestyle during pregnancy. Improper nutrition, taking strong medications, as well as bad habits often provoke the development of caries in the process of intrauterine development of the baby.

Tooth decay is also common in premature babies, formula-fed babies (especially with prolonged bottle use), and babies with gastrointestinal problems. Often the teeth of the sweet tooth are affected. The plaque that remains after eating sweets quickly destroys thin enamel.

As soon as the first baby teeth appear, we recommend visiting a dentist. In the future, it is necessary to examine the oral cavity at least once a year. This is the main method of prevention and timely treatment.

To strengthen the enamel, you can remineralize the enamel with a special preparation. If, nevertheless, a surface spot is found, it can be “patched” by silvering. Additionally, the application of solutions containing fluorine, calcium, magnesium and silicon will help to strengthen the surface of the teeth.

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Molar (permanent) teeth in children

At the age of 6-7 years, milk teeth begin to fall out and are gradually replaced by permanent teeth. By the age of 13, there is a complete change of time units and a permanent bite is formed in the child. Normally, this is a painless process due to the natural physiology of changing teeth.

How do teeth change?

The rudiments of future permanent units are located under the root of the milk tooth and are separated from it by a thin bony septum. At 6-7 years old, osteoclasts of the connective tissue surrounding the milk tooth dissolve the mineral component of the septum and destroy it. At the same time, the pulp of the temporary unit is gradually transformed into a granulation connective tissue rich in osteoclasts, which gradually destroy the dentin of the milk tooth. At the same time, the roots of temporary units dissolve and, in fact, only the crown of the milk tooth remains. It is easily removed on its own, with the help of manipulations by the dentist, or it is pushed out by an actively growing molar (permanent) tooth.

Anatomy of Permanent Teeth The permanent units of a child (and adult) have a complex anatomy.

Visually, the tooth consists of three parts - crown, neck, roots.

Crown - the visible part of the tooth that rises above the gum.
Neck - part of the tooth at the level of the gums, in the place where the crown passes into the root, and the enamel unit into the cement.
Root - part of the unit invisible to the eye, located in the alveolar socket. The basis of each unit consists of dentine - hard tissue. In the coronal part, the dentin is covered with enamel, and in the root part, cementum. Inside the dentin is the pulp of the tooth - loose-fibrous soft connective tissue, penetrated by a large number of blood, lymphatic vessels and nerve endings. Passing through the root canal, through the apical opening located on the upper part of the root, they communicate with the main neurovascular bundle, providing nutrition to the tooth, outflow of excess fluid and its innervation.

Normally, by the age of 13, when a permanent bite is formed, a child has 28 permanent teeth. At the age of 17 - 25 years, the third molars (wisdom teeth) erupt and the number of units may increase - 32 teeth.

Terms and order of eruption of permanent teeth

Normally, the eruption of permanent units occurs 3-4 months after the loss of milk teeth. In girls, this process occurs a little earlier and faster than in boys. In both sexes, the first lower molars appear first. Then the sequence of eruption of permanent teeth is approximately the same as for milk teeth and is as follows.

6 - 7 years - central incisors.
7 - 8 years - lateral incisors.
9 - 12 years old - fangs.
10 - 12 years - premolars.
10 - 12 years - molars.

The eruption of the second molars completes the formation of a permanent bite.

The main differences between milk teeth and permanent teeth

Unlike the 28 permanent teeth, the milk bite suggests the presence of 20 units. However, they have a number of characteristic features.

Smaller than permanent teeth.
White with a slightly blue tint (permanent units have a slightly yellowish tint).
Less developed and slightly short roots compared to permanent teeth.
Enamel of temporary teeth is poorly formed - thinner.
Dairy units can wear off (permanent ones can also, but this is considered a pathology).

As the child grows, milk teeth fall out on their own - this is the norm. Permanent occlusion units should not fall out on their own.

How can you tell if your child will soon have molars?

An increase in the size of the jaw is the main sign of a future change of teeth. Visually, it may not be noticeable. But the appearance of three and diastema (gap) between milk teeth indicates that the child's jaw is growing and preparing for the formation of a permanent bite.

The following signs are purely individual - they may or may not be present in the child.

Increased salivation.
Redness, swelling of the gums and oral mucosa.
Sore gums.
Unpleasant itching of the gums.
Increased body temperature.
Unreasonable cough, runny nose.
Stool disorder.
General malaise, lethargy.
Loss of appetite.
Sleep disturbance or, conversely, drowsiness.
Anxiety, irritation, whims.

Important! During the period of eruption of permanent teeth, parents should monitor the condition of the child, the oral cavity and gums. If symptoms that cause concern appear, you should immediately contact a pediatrician and a pediatric dentist.

Possible problems

Despite the fact that the change of teeth is a natural physiological process, some children and their parents may encounter a number of problems that need to be addressed to a pediatric dentist.

No molars

The absence of permanent units can be caused by congenital adentia - the complete or partial absence of tooth buds.

Another reason for the absence of molars is previously transferred inflammatory diseases - periostitis or periodontitis, resulting from progressive caries. Inflammatory diseases of the periosteum and periodontal tissues have an extremely negative effect on the condition of the rudiments of the teeth and can lead to their death.

Important! It is absolutely necessary to treat milk teeth from caries. Do not assume that with the change of teeth, the problem will go away by itself. The progression of the disease can adversely affect the health of the rudiments of the teeth.

Molar pain

Enamel, newly appeared permanent teeth, is still poorly formed. The low level of its mineralization makes teeth vulnerable to cariogenic microflora. This can lead to the development of caries and cause pain.

Due to poorly formed enamel, the sensitivity of teeth to external stimuli (cold, hot, sour, sweet) may increase, which is also accompanied by painful sensations.

Important! Normally, permanent teeth do not hurt. If pain occurs, you should contact a pediatric dentist. The specialist will determine the cause of the pain, carry out the necessary treatment, fluoridation or remineralization of tooth enamel.

Molar teeth grow crooked

The incorrect position of permanent teeth can be caused by two reasons - the growth of a permanent unit is ahead of the process of loss of milk teeth or they were removed ahead of time, which led to the incorrect formation of the rudiments of permanent teeth.

In this case, there is only one way out - orthodontic treatment of malocclusion.

Important! Malocclusion must be corrected. The sooner the visit to the dentist, the more successful the treatment will be. The child will be assigned to wear removable or non-removable orthodontic structures that will help align the permanent teeth and bite.

Injuries

Due to their activity and lack of experience, children can accidentally injure a newly appeared permanent tooth. Due to mechanical damage, cracks and chips may appear on it. Damage looks unattractive. Caring for such teeth is complicated, since food residues can fill up in the cracks, which will certainly lead to the development of caries.

Important! If a child accidentally injured a permanent tooth, then it is necessary to seek help from a dentist. The specialist will assess the complexity, depth of damage and build up the missing volume of tooth tissues with composite materials.

Tooth loss

Loss of healthy permanent teeth can only occur as a result of a severe trauma to the jaw, for example, during a fall or a fight of a child. A sick molar can fall out on its own. In this case, you will also need to consult a specialist. Most likely, the child will have a temporary prosthesis of the lost unit, which will not disturb the formation of the correct permanent occlusion.

Tooth is loose

The loosening of a permanent tooth is an alarming symptom indicating a pathology of the dentoalveolar apparatus or the presence of inflammation.

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