In order for a space maintainer to prevent your child's baby teeth from moving into the open gaps that were left by their missing teeth, it needs to be worn at all times. In order to do this, your dentist may install a fixed space maintainer. Since a fixed space maintainer cannot be removed, it will be harder to thoroughly clean under and around it. If your child's space maintainer is not kept clean, this can lead to bacteria growth around the gum line.
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If your little one's teeth adhered to the average eruption cycle, his or her first incisors probably started presenting when he or she was between six and ten months of age. By the time your child reaches toddlerhood, he or she likely has most of his or her primary teeth.
Although no adult teeth have presented, there are multiple dental concerns that a toddler may encounter. Here are a few of them:
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When it comes to your teeth, regular brushing and flossing aren't enough. What comes in contact with your teeth every day is just as important as your hygiene practices. Eating foods that are rich in calcium, antioxidants and vitamins C and D are important for the overall health of your mouth. Not only will these types of foods guard your mouth from harmful bacteria, they will make your teeth stronger and healthier.
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If you want to have a brighter and better smile, then one of your options is to get dental bonding. While dental bonding can be very effective, it can also have some pretty serious drawbacks. To help you figure out the best course of action for you, here is an introduction to the subject:
What is dental bonding?
In essence, bonding involves the application of a resin to the surface of your teeth.
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Remember those childhood episodes of loose teeth? Did you love pulling out those baby teeth, or were you hesitant about all of the gaps the missing teeth would make in your mouth? Either way, if you are the parent of a young child, you may have to make the decision of whether or not you should pull out your child's loose baby teeth. If tiny teeth are becoming wiggly, you may not know how to respond.
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