Understanding Baby Teeth Misalignment: When to Seek Orthodontic Help
Malocclusion of primary teeth Hello Doctor, my baby is currently 11 months old and has 7 teeth (4 on the top and 3 on the bottom). However, some of the teeth are coming in crooked. Is this normal? Will it improve when they start losing their baby teeth, or should I consider ortho...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
1. It's not a major concern if primary teeth come in crooked; there's no need to worry too much. Just pay attention to the timing of tooth eruption and preventive treatments during the transition to permanent teeth. 2. There is a pacifier designed by NYU that resemble...[Read More] Understanding Baby Teeth Misalignment: When to Seek Orthodontic Help
Should You Pull Baby Teeth for Growing Permanent Ones in Kids?
Children's Tooth Eruption Hello Doctor: My daughter is currently 6 years old, and her lower front teeth (deciduous teeth) have not yet fallen out (they show no signs of loosening), while new teeth (permanent teeth) have already started to emerge behind them. Some people sugg...
Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Dear Xiaojuan, a person's life typically includes two sets of teeth: primary teeth and permanent teeth. In the past, it was believed that retained primary teeth could hinder the growth of permanent teeth; however, it is now understood that healthy primary teeth can guide the...[Read More] Should You Pull Baby Teeth for Growing Permanent Ones in Kids?
Understanding Dental Issues: When to Fill or Extract a Tooth?
Dental issues Hello! I apologize for asking a question. Do people generally have two sets of teeth in their lifetime? This applies to both incisors and molars, right? I have a tooth at the back that seems to be decayed and damaged. It hurts a lot when I eat hot or cold food, and ...
Dr. Chen Yingfang Reply:
Hello! 1. There are a total of 20 primary teeth, while there are 32 permanent teeth; primary teeth will be replaced by permanent teeth. 2. If cavities are deep, they must be treated. 3. I don't know what those small black foreign objects are, so please visit a dentist to hav...[Read More] Understanding Dental Issues: When to Fill or Extract a Tooth?
Understanding and Treating Malocclusion in Children: A Parent's Guide
Child's malocclusion I would like to ask: My son is 11 years old and had severe bottle decay during his early childhood. Following the dentist's instructions, some of the cavities were extracted or treated with root canal therapy, and he has been fitted with stainless s...
Dr. Chen Yingfang Reply:
Hello! If there is a true mandibular protrusion, it can be resolved with surgery. However, if it is a pseudo-protrusion, orthodontic treatment will suffice. You can seek treatment at a hospital with an orthodontics department. Thank you![Read More] Understanding and Treating Malocclusion in Children: A Parent's Guide
Why Do My Permanent Teeth Look Yellow? Understanding Tooth Discoloration
Yellowing of teeth? Hello Dr. Wang: My teeth were white when I had my primary teeth, but why did they turn yellow after I got my permanent teeth? I went to see a dentist, but the doctor told me it was because my enamel is thinner. However, my teacher said that thicker enamel is l...
Dr. Wang Cunzhen Reply:
Hello, Little One: Primary teeth are generally whiter than permanent teeth. If the permanent teeth develop with an excess of pigments during the enamel formation process, or if the enamel is thinner, these can be reasons for your teeth appearing yellow. The thickness of the ename...[Read More] Why Do My Permanent Teeth Look Yellow? Understanding Tooth Discoloration
Is It Normal for Baby Teeth to Last Until Adulthood?
My teeth feel strange? Hello Dr. Lin, I have a question. I had an X-ray taken at the dental clinic, and one of my primary teeth has not fallen out yet. The dentist said it cannot be extracted, and my permanent tooth has already erupted below it. It has been 24 years; is this un...
Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Dear Meiling, Humans have two sets of teeth throughout their lifetime: a. primary teeth (baby teeth) and b. permanent teeth (adult teeth). Primary teeth are gradually replaced by permanent teeth; however, some individuals may never develop their permanent teeth and retain their ...[Read More] Is It Normal for Baby Teeth to Last Until Adulthood?
Addressing Gaps in Toddler's Teeth: When to Seek Dental Treatment
Pediatric Dentistry My daughter is 1 year and 5 months old and has 9 teeth, but there is a significant gap between her upper front teeth. It seems that there is a small gum bump protruding, causing the gap between the front teeth to widen. I would like to know if treatment (ortho...
Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Dear Xiao Yu, 1. The functions of primary teeth include chewing, pronunciation, maintaining facial aesthetics, and guiding the eruption of permanent teeth. Improper management can affect the growth of permanent teeth during the transition phase. 2. The "small bump" be...[Read More] Addressing Gaps in Toddler's Teeth: When to Seek Dental Treatment
Addressing Overbite Issues in Young Children: Solutions and Insights
Protruding teeth Hello Doctor: My daughter is now just over one year old. She started teething when she was five months old and has currently developed her 11th tooth. However, the two front teeth in the middle appear to be misaligned with the adjacent teeth, with the middle ones...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello, Miss Dai: Generally speaking, children's primary central incisors tend to protrude more than the lateral incisors, which can create the appearance of "buck teeth." However, as long as the condition is not severe, this appearance usually becomes less noticeab...[Read More] Addressing Overbite Issues in Young Children: Solutions and Insights
Understanding Dental Development in Puppies: When Should Teeth Erupt?
Teeth The puppy is currently eight years old and has only developed two teeth (the lower incisors were removed surgically because the old teeth were still intact). Aside from the front incisors, which were extracted due to certain factors, the remaining teeth are still considered...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
The average age for losing baby teeth is approximately between 7 to 13 years old. However, there are many exceptions, and individual variations can be significant. Under normal circumstances, the reasons for hastily extracting a baby tooth include: 1. The permanent tooth has alre...[Read More] Understanding Dental Development in Puppies: When Should Teeth Erupt?
Understanding Orthodontics: Do Kids Need Tooth Extraction for Braces?
Orthodontics Hello, doctor. My eleven-year-old child has large gaps between their front teeth and they are misaligned. We consulted a dentist who recommended orthodontic treatment. The dentist mentioned that due to insufficient space in the lower jaw, one tooth needs to be extrac...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Based on the situation you described, children around the ages of 11 to 13 are typically nearing or have already completed their transition from primary to permanent teeth. The growth of the dental arch significantly changes with the eruption of teeth. Therefore, at this stage, t...[Read More] Understanding Orthodontics: Do Kids Need Tooth Extraction for Braces?
Understanding Dental Injuries in Toddlers: What Parents Should Know
Dental injury Hello, doctor. My child, who just turned two years old, fell while playing yesterday and hit their front tooth, causing one of the incisors to be pushed inward, resulting in a protruding and recessed appearance. The gum around the tooth is red and swollen, and it oc...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
1. It depends on the severity of the impact, so an X-ray is still necessary to determine the appropriate course of action.[Read More] Understanding Dental Injuries in Toddlers: What Parents Should Know
Should You Pull Loose Baby Teeth or Let Nature Take Its Course?
Shedding of primary teeth My 6-year-old daughter has just lost one of her lower front teeth. Recently, the other lower front tooth is only slightly loose, but the permanent tooth has emerged and is not yet visible above the gum line. Should we quickly extract the baby tooth, or i...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
If the permanent tooth has partially erupted, the primary tooth can be extracted, as the primary tooth may occupy the space of the permanent tooth and affect the alignment of the permanent teeth in the future.[Read More] Should You Pull Loose Baby Teeth or Let Nature Take Its Course?
Understanding Congenital Dark Yellow Teeth: Causes and Solutions
Congenital black and yellow teeth? Hello Dr. Wu: My younger siblings and I all have black and yellow teeth! However, I remember our baby teeth were normal white! Why do our permanent teeth come out black and yellow? (My sister is 17 and my brother is 15) What can we do to make th...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hi! If there are no issues with oral hygiene, it could be the result of taking the antibiotic tetracycline. If you find it unappealing, you might consider asking your dentist about whitening options, although the results may be limited. Using ceramic crowns or porcelain veneers m...[Read More] Understanding Congenital Dark Yellow Teeth: Causes and Solutions
How to Restore Your Teeth to a Natural White Color?
How to clean your teeth? Doctor: My friend has excellent dental hygiene and very clean teeth, but the natural color of their teeth is not the typical white. Additionally, long-term use of traditional Chinese medicine and the filling of cavities with a yellowish material have furt...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
The issue only mentions that the natural color of the teeth is not white, making it difficult to determine the cause. There are usually three possible reasons: 1. Enamel hypoplasia: This is a congenital condition where the teeth exhibit yellowish dentin due to incomplete developm...[Read More] How to Restore Your Teeth to a Natural White Color?