Pediatric Dentistry, Caring for baby teeth
Caring for milk teeth and regular visits to the dentist are underestimated often by many children's parents. But the truth is, the prevention of dental caries in children begins before birth by treatment and enlightenment of parents. For the first visit to the dentist's the child should come within the first year of age. It is necessary to refute the widespread assertion that tooth decay is inheritable - it is an infectious disease transmitted by parents (especially mothers) to their children by licking pacifiers, spoons and so on. Therefore, the expectant mother should undergo dental treatment before the baby is born. It is important to realize that a children learn health habits from their parents, underestimating the prevention and care of milk teeth can leave long-term consequences. Regular preventive visits have not only prevented the fear of the dentist but also help the early diagnosis of caries, allowing noninvasive and painless treatments (fluoridation, ozone).
Clean teeth do not degrade, thus we should assist children until at least 8-9 years of age in brushing their teeth and supervise the proper cleaning techniques. Bad and untreated temporary teeth result in increased decay and problems with the permanent dentition. Another risk is that prematurely rotten first teeth can lead to orthodontic disorders, the treatment of which is then relatively lengthy and expensive. It is important to realize that the responsibility for rotten baby teeth is born by the parent (unsuitable diet, excessive soft drinks, tolerating inconsistent oral hygiene, etc.).