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TOPIC: TOOTH DECAY IN

BABIES AND KIDS

NAME: MISHELL TORRES

PROGRAMM: GLOBAL





Teeth are not dead

Since teeth are considered dead, similar tohair But they are not

Just as having poor health can affect ourteeth, so can poor teeth affect our

health

This is why it is important to monitorwhats going on in our childrens

mouths, before we visit the dentist

So we cant depend on dentists to educateus on the best way to take care of ourteeth.



Primary teeth are important for several

reasons. Foremost, good teeth allow achild to eat and maintain good nutrition.

Healthy teeth allow for clear pronunciationand speech habits. The self-image thathealthy teeth give a child isimmeasurable. Primary teeth also guide

eruption of the permanent teeth.

Children's teeth

Children's teeth are also known as primary teeth. There are only 20teeth in total. In comparison there are 32 teeth in an adult's mouth.

Children are not born with teeth. Teeth usually begin to erupt from

6 months of age and finish around 24 months of age.



Dental Caries or Tooth Decay

�

Tooth decay, known technically as dentalcaries, is one of the most common health

complaints in the world.

� It is particularly common in children and

young adults, and rates have been fuelled

by an increase in sugars in the diet, andpoor dental hygiene.

� Each time a child drinks liquids containing

sugar, acids attack the teeth for about 20

minutes. When awake, saliva carries awaythe liquid. During sleep, the saliva flowsignificantly decreases and liquids pool

around the childs teeth for long periods,

covering the teeth in acids.



First decay stage

� A brown area is the first sign of tooth decay.

Sometimes a white area appears. This isdiscernible to a dentist only. At times a shadowor an area of lesser density is visible in an x-rayimage. The decay in the first stage can bequickly halted or reversed.

Cavity Formation

� The tooth is infected by the bacteria. Thebacteria penetrate the enamel to form a cavityThe process takes place in about 3-4 years. At

this stage the tooth is unable to repair itself.The mineral cells and living cells in dentin areexposed to the bacteria. Your tooth becomessensitive to hot, cold or sweet food and may beassociated with mild pain also.





How to avoid tooth decay?

� Brush daily - following each feeding, wipe your baby's gums with a

clean soft cloth. Begin brushing your child's teeth as soon as thefirst tooth erupts. You can begin flossing once all the baby teeth

have erupted by around 2-3 years old. Most dentists recommend

to clean your teeth at least twice a day. Using a toothpaste with

fluoride is a good idea as this provides the teeth with added

protection from the effects of acid.

� Baby Bottles - Never allow your child to fall asleep with a bottle

containing milk, formula, fruit juice or sweetened liqued.



� Pacifiers or Dummys - If you use a dummy between meals, at

night, or during naps, ensure it is cleaned under hot water.

Never give a child a dummy dipped in any sweet liquid.

� Regularly Visiting Your Dentist kids by their first birthday, or

six months after the eruption of their first tooth. This will

provide a time to discuss all dental health issues with mumand dad such as the role of bacteria; nutrition; bottle and

breast feeding; use of a cup; and home care., is the single

most effective act to build good relationships and maintain

healthy teeth for life.




� F

lu

oride - You should speak with your dentist the best methodfor your child to get the added advantage of fluoride for their

teeth.

� Diet rich in fibers Some great choices are fresh fruits, veggies,

dried fruits, beans, nuts, and whole grains.

� The use of the dental brush is personal

� Unfortunately, even good oral hygiene does not prevent decay as

the bacteria congregate in areas inaccessible to brushes and

floss.




Conclusion

� Parents, dentist and kids to shape a trilogy

to get a dental integral health

� To make aware about the main of theprimary teeth

� The health enters by the mouth thereforewe must to considerer the food we eat toavoid problems with our mouth andstomach

� To follow the instructions of the dentistabout changes of the toothbrush, use of toothpastes and brushing techniques andthe appropiated foods according ages.



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