Concerns About Dental X-Ray Shadows in Children: Tumor or Cyst?
The X-ray shows a shadow on the tooth...suspected tumor? I have a 7-year-old child who had an X-ray that showed a shadow, raising concerns about a possible tumor. The outpatient clinic said they cannot handle it and that we must go to a larger hospital, but currently, all appoint...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Ms. KIKI: Hello, I cannot accurately respond to your question regarding whether it is a tumor without seeing the X-ray. I recommend that you visit a major hospital, such as Tzu Chi Hospital's Pediatric Dentistry or Mennonite Hospital's Pediatric Dentistry, for further e...[Read More] Concerns About Dental X-Ray Shadows in Children: Tumor or Cyst?
Understanding Your Child's Tooth Loss: When to Seek Dental Advice
Child's dental eruption issues? Hello doctor, my son is currently in the 3rd grade and is over 9 years old. His lower canine tooth has been missing for an unknown period, and I haven't kept track of it. However, no new tooth has come in. I researched that the typical se...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Dear Sir, Hello. Due to individual differences, the timing and sequence of tooth eruption in children may not always be completely consistent, and there can sometimes be a gap of 1 to 2 teeth. Even when teeth erupt in the typical order, there may be issues related to growth spac...[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Tooth Loss: When to Seek Dental Advice
Addressing Space Issues in Children's Tooth Development and Orthodontics
Children experiencing dental crowding during the eruption of their permanent teeth? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my nine-year-old child who has lost six teeth. Previously, two primary teeth were extracted to make way for the new teeth. During a recent routine check-up...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
1. Orthodontic treatment can begin. 2. There are palatal expanders available for correction. 3. Please visit the dental clinic for treatment, as a palatal expander needs to be custom-fitted using a dental mold. 4. Malocclusion can lead to tooth wear, but correction will imp...[Read More] Addressing Space Issues in Children's Tooth Development and Orthodontics
Addressing Misaligned Teeth in Children: What Parents Should Know
The child's teeth are misaligned! Hello! My five-year-old child recently lost a front tooth. We took him to a local clinic for an X-ray, and the doctor mentioned that the permanent tooth is growing in crooked and needs to be extracted. However, that clinic does not have the ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If a child's permanent teeth are growing in crooked, it is important to consider the possibility of supernumerary teeth. If supernumerary teeth are present and impacted within the gums, it is recommended to surgically remove them under anesthesia, as a 5-year-old may not be ...[Read More] Addressing Misaligned Teeth in Children: What Parents Should Know
Understanding Dental Implants and Pediatric Dentistry: Key Considerations
Dental Implants and Pediatric Dentistry 1. Because the denture in the lower right broke, after its removal, there was a tooth that was nearly decayed. The dentist recommended extraction, but the tooth root got stuck in the gum and wasn't completely removed. After more than s...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
You can seek further consultation at the dental department of a large hospital or medical center. Without seeing the actual condition, I cannot provide specific advice. As for pediatric dentistry, you can also find a nearby large hospital for consultation.[Read More] Understanding Dental Implants and Pediatric Dentistry: Key Considerations
Why Does My Child Keep Biting the Inside of Her Cheek?
Children often bite the inside of their cheeks? Hello, my daughter is about 4 years old and has been frequently biting the inside of her left cheek for the past six months. We have consulted a dentist for help. The first dentist believed it might be an issue with her dental occlu...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
1. Do children with cavities tend to avoid biting on the painful side, which leads them to frequently chew on one side and accidentally bite their cheeks? 2. It is recommended to seek another dental clinic or hospital that specializes in pediatric dentistry for further examinatio...[Read More] Why Does My Child Keep Biting the Inside of Her Cheek?
Correcting Underbite in Toddlers: Treatment Options and Specialist Recommendations
A two-year-old child has a recessed lower jaw and does not like to eat? My child has an inwardly curved lower jaw and is currently two years old. All of his teeth have fully erupted, but he tends to bite the soft tissue of his upper jaw while chewing, which makes him reluctant to...
Dr. Wang Cunzhen Reply:
Hello: We apologize! Dr. Wang Chun-Cheng has left our hospital and is no longer providing services here. We will respond to your inquiry once another physician has addressed it. Dear Yang Yang: Regarding the questions you posted on the website, some parts are not easily underst...[Read More] Correcting Underbite in Toddlers: Treatment Options and Specialist Recommendations