Taking care of kids can certainly be difficult. You\u2019re trying to get them to eat a vegetable here or there, keep their clothes on, and stay in that booster seat on the highway. They definitely have minds of their own! With the constant struggles that come with parenthood, finding out your little one has a cavity can be disheartening. But we want you to know that you\u2019re far from alone. We\u2019re the dental superheroes, ready to save the day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If baby teeth<\/a> are temporary and will inevitably be replaced in a few years, why bother with saving the tooth? This can be a very common thought process, but it doesn\u2019t change the fact that baby (primary) teeth are just as important as adult teeth. Think of them as the foundation to set your child up for a lifetime of healthy teeth<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If a cavity begins, it doesn\u2019t stop at one tooth. As time passes, the decay will go deeper and spread farther, affecting neighboring teeth and even the jaw. If the tooth is lost, the neighboring teeth will shift positions to help fill in the gap. Problems like this can affect speech, their jaw shape, and even your child\u2019s ability to properly digest food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That filling<\/a> or a crown<\/a> will certainly help them in the long run!<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the CDC, more than 50% of children between the ages of six and 10 have at least one cavity in their baby teeth<\/a>. When cavities in children are that prevalent, it\u2019s little surprise that a superhero is needed to keep those teeth healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cavities are formed when the natural bacteria on our teeth come in contact with sugar and starches in our food. They combine, creating an acid that goes straight to work on our teeth. If these cavities aren\u2019t taken care of and filled, the enamel will be severely compromised and a cavity will form. If cavities are ignored, they\u2019ll cause pain, potential tooth loss, and even potentially spread to the neighboring teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to dental fillings, they can be made to match the color of the tooth<\/a>, leaving no one the wiser!<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the cavities are severe enough, a crown might be needed to save the remainder of the tooth. For the visible teeth, these can be made to match, so no one will have any clue that your child has a crown. For those molars, stainless steel crowns are frequently used<\/a>, as they are both more affordable and highly durable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ideally, prevention is the goal when it comes to taking care of your child\u2019s natural smile. Though sometimes life happens, and cavities sneak in. The care of your child\u2019s mouth after treatment is much the same as before. Make sure they keep up with brushing those teeth twice a day for the full two minutes, flossing at least once per day. Try adding some fluoride<\/a> mouthwash into their routine as well, that way they can wash away anything else that might be hiding in the hard-to-reach places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to daily care, be sure to take your child to their regular dental checkups. Their dentist will be able to monitor their dental health and watch for any potential problems before<\/em> they begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Need for Superhero Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Kid-Friendly Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Power of Cavity Prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Building Trust<\/h2>\n\n\n\n