Causes, Symptoms And Prevention Of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Causes of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay Interactivity between cavity-causing bacteria and other components in the saliva causes the development of Early Childhood Caries. Sugar creates an environment for bacteria to thrive inside the teeth cavities. Thereafter, the harmful bacteria produce acids that gradually destroy the teeth' enamel.
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An eroded enamel places a child at a greater risk of tooth decay. Sweetened pacifiers, sugar, soft drinks, fruit juices, as well as snacks, given to infants and young children, contains sugar that poses a danger to their oral health. Rampant baby bottle use also plays a significant role in teeth decay.
Symptoms of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay Decay can appear as dark or brown discoloration on the teeth, but this is a severe symptom in the advanced phase of baby bottle tooth decay. Decay affects the upper incisors or upper front teeth, and this makes decay observable. Sweet Tooth Weston
White spots on the surface of teeth or the gum line is an early sign of tooth decay. The teeth become very sensitive, and the decay may lead to bad breath, bleeding and fever. Symptoms and stages of Baby bottle tooth decay vary so does the treatment. It is best to visit a pediatric dentist to discuss the best treatment for your child if he/she is suffering from this disease.
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Prevention of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay You can stop the decay before it starts. Limit the amount of sugar given to the child. Reduce snacks and drinks with sugar to a minimum. Gummy vitamins can also stick to the child's teeth, so avoid giving them those to eat.
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Never allow a baby to go to bed with a bottle that contains milk, sweetened pacifier or fruit juice. Give your child bottle filled with only water. Cleaning infants' teeth and gums with a clean gauze pad or washcloth goes a long way in preventing decay. Children's teeth should be brushed with only water when they first come in. Before moving on to using fluoride paste, consultation with a dentist is a must.
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