Cele mai comune probleme dentare la copiii pana in 8 ani

Dental problems in children under 8 years of age are very common in the dental office. Because parents often believe that baby teeth do not play any important role in the child's oral health as a future adult, many dental problems are overlooked. Unhealthy baby teeth affect the health of permanent teeth in the long term, so their care and cleaning is mandatory. In addition, the damage to baby teeth can lead to a general state of discomfort and make chewing difficult, making the teeth and gums painful to the touch.

Baby teeth

Baby teeth are a child's first set of teeth, with the first baby tooth usually appearing around 6 months of age. It is important that during the eruption of temporary teeth, parents bring their children for regular checkups to avoid the most common dental conditions and ensure that their little ones have a beautiful and healthy smile.

The most common dental problems in children include gum disease, cavities, abscesses, early tooth loss, demineralization, or crooked teeth.

Dental caries

One of the most common dental problems. Cavities can develop on baby teeth when the child's mouth is infected with bacteria that have an acidic effect on the teeth. The child ends up with decayed teeth due to frequent consumption of sugar, especially sticky foods such as caramels, biscuits, chocolate, which remain attached to the teeth for a long time and which represent a continuous source of food for bacteria. Also, acidic drinks, sweetened tea or milk or consumption of a large volume of carbohydrates contribute to the appearance of early cavities. Moreover, if the child does not brush properly twice a day, dental problems will appear much faster. To avoid prolonged contact of harmful foods with the tooth surface, it is advisable that the child's diet does not contain sugar, drinks sweetened with sugar or honey, snacks before bedtime after the dental hygiene has been performed. The structure of baby teeth is less hard, which is why caries progresses more quickly, and the little patient may soon lose the tooth.

Tooth abscess

A dental abscess is a pus-filled area that is the body's way of fighting infection. A dental abscess can form around a tooth root or at the gum line, where it forms a pocket of pus. Visible signs include facial swelling or redness, shiny, swollen gums, a pimple-like bump on the gum line, bad breath, fever, or sudden toothache. The pus from the abscess can spread to the jaw, neck, or ears. If you notice any dental problems that involve an abscess in your child's gums, it's a good idea to see your dentist.

Gingivitis in children

Gingivitis in children is part of the range of dental problems that occur as a result of inadequate hygiene. When bacterial plaque is not removed in time, it can turn into tartar and irritate the child's gums. This will lead to bleeding gums, unpleasant odor and, ultimately, tooth loss. The earlier the diagnosis is made, the earlier the treatment is started and the gingivitis is successfully treated. To prevent the onset of this condition, proper hygiene is necessary with brushing every morning and evening and daily flossing. Until the child acquires the dexterity necessary to perform proper oral hygiene, the child must be helped to carry out his daily routine.

Crooked teeth

Crooked teeth can be caused by pacifier use or thumb sucking. If the child does not give up these habits until an older age, dental problems such as incorrect movement of the teeth or crooked teeth may occur. The consequences of these changes can be aesthetic or, in more serious cases, the child may have problems speaking or difficulty chewing due to the teeth.

If your child suffers from one of the above conditions or you want to learn more about how to prevent them, do not hesitate to schedule an appointment at one of our clinics in the country.