Kid’s fillings – Know more about baby teeth fillings

There are a lot of concerns as a parent when it comes to your kid’s dental health. Most people have one common query: whether we need baby teeth fillings. The common notion is that the milk teeth are temporary and do not require much care. However, the truth is that both milk teeth and permanent teeth need equal care. In the case of children, you have to be more careful regarding supervision. Not caring about the milk teeth will lead to cavities and early tooth loss. Milk teeth are important for guiding the timely eruption of adult teeth. 

This information from Advanced Dental Clinic Delhi will discuss the whys and hows of dental fillings for kids. We will also cover the signs of tooth decay you must not miss and how to prevent cavities.

Why baby teeth filings are needed?

• Milk teeth are the guides for permanent teeth. Permanent teeth erupt at the right time in the right place when we have milk teeth present till their natural time of exfoliation.
• Milk teeth help the child learn the correct way of eating and speaking.
• The dental health of the kid is directly related to the child’s overall health.
• Tooth cavities lead to the spread of infection to the surrounding areas and can cause pain
• Untreated infection will also potentially damage the developing permanent teeth

How are baby teeth fillings done?

• Many different types of dental fillings are available depending on the location and severity of the tooth decay. 
• Our team will carefully examine your child’s dental condition before customizing the treatment plan.
• Our team of experts at Advanced Dental Clinic Delhi ensures that the fillings are done in an entirely pain-free manner. 
• We understand dental anxiety and the importance of these procedures in deciding how they will shape your kid’s future dental experiences.
• The procedure is performed under local anesthesia to ensure a pain-free experience
• Once the decayed portion is removed and the tooth is cleaned, it is ready to receive the dental filling
• The filling material is set by using a blue light

What causes decay in kids?

The primary cause of decay is kids’ dietary habits and their inability to maintain proper oral hygiene. Kids tend to consume more sugar-loaded food items. The sugar content staying on the teeth’ surface leads to cavity-causing bacteria. These bacteria use sugar to produce acid that dissolves the tooth structure and causes cavities.

This acid production dissolves the enamel. The structure and presence of deep pits make milk teeth more prone to tooth cavities.

Signs of tooth decay in kids

• Dark colored lesion
• White spots
• Crying child
• Fussy behavior of the child
• Sensitivity to hot or cold foods
• Drooling of saliva
• Irritability
• Extreme pain 
• Avoiding food in general

How to prevent cavities in kids?

• Supervise your child while brushing, as the right technique is important to maintain good hygiene
• Use fluoridated toothpaste to prevent tooth decay
• Rinse their mouth after every meal to avoid coating of food accumulation.
• Start cleaning the teeth as soon as the first tooth erupts and always visit your dentist for professional help
• Do not use sugar-laden drinks in a bottle while sleeping, as it leads to rampant caries