The Causes Symptoms and Prevention of Cavities in Children

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The Causes Symptoms and Prevention of Cavities in
Children
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• Cavities are areas that have been permanently
  damaged and which are on the surface of a
  persons teeth. Cavities are also known as caries
  and tooth decay and can be caused due to ample of
  factors such as the presence of bacteria in the
  mouth, frequent snacking, consuming sugar and not
  cleaning the teeth properly. Everything health
  requires that you make your child practice such
  oral hygiene measures that will help in up
  keeping his or her oral health.
• However, it is pertinent to understand the need
  for good oral hygiene since childhood to get rid
  Causes Oral Health Problems. Many parents do not
  take care of their childs oral hygiene in the
  childs younger years because they believe the
  teeth to be temporary and with no lasting effect.

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• Even though the teeth of children are a baby or
  temporary teeth and will eventually come off and
  later the permanent teeth take place, the
  temporary or baby teeth if affected by cavities
  can damage the entire dental structure as well as
  make the gums and the connecting issues week,
  resulting in lifelong dental problems.
• Causes of Childhood Cavities - Below mentioned
  are a few causes of cavities in children. As
  mentioned above, avoiding the causes of childhood
  cavities can help in a stronger and healthier
  dental structure in adult life.
• Plaque Formation Plaque is a sticky residue
  that coats the teeth and is usually caused due to
  consuming sugary material and not cleaning the
  teeth well afterward. This leftover material
  reacts with bacteria present in the mouth and
  form plaque.

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• Plaque Attack There are minerals present in the
  outer enamel of the tooth. Plaque, however,
  removes these minerals from the tooth, which
  causes tiny openings and holes on the teeth. This
  plaque then attacks the inner part of the teeth
  called the dentin, which causes sensitivity.
• Continuous Destruction Once the plaque finds
  the inner part of the teeth called the dentin, it
  continues to attack the teeth and eventually
  reaches the core of the teeth. This core contains
  blood vessels and nerves, and since they get
  damaged in the plaque destruction, it causes a
  lot of pain in the area as well as the
  surrounding area.

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• Symptoms for Cavities
• Below mentioned are a few symptoms of cavities
  in children. These symptoms can also be seen in
  adults who have developed cavities.
• Toothache if your child complains about a
  toothache, it is mostly because of cavities.
• Tooth sensitivity If the plaque has found its
  way to the dentin of your childs teeth, your
  child may complain of tooth sensitivity.
• Mild or sharp pain while eating Since plaque
  affects the nerves, your child may even
  experience mild or sharp pain while eating.

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• Visible holes in the teeth If you are able to
  see visible holes on your childs teeth, it may
  be a cavity.
• Brown, black, white stains on the tooth surface
  Usually seen in the earlier stages, identifying
  such a symptom can help avoid the development of
  cavities.
• Pain while biting down If your child is
  experiencing any pain while biting down on his or
  her food, he or she may have a cavity.

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• Treatment for Cavities
• If one has developed cavities, one will have to
  go in for the treatment of such cavities to
  ensure that they do not damage the dental
  structure.
• Brushing with fluoride toothpaste Make sure
  that your child is brushing his or her teeth with
  a Florida based toothpaste. Moderate amounts of
  the same are enough.
• Rinse mouth Ensure that your child rinses his
  or her mouth after every meal. This will help in
  getting rid of any extra material left between
  the teeth and clearing away any coating left on
  the teeth.

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• Drink water Drinking water can ensure that your
  child is able to ingest all the bacteria that are
  present in the mouth to help the stomach in
  digestion of the food that has been taken in.
• Regular visits to the dentist Regular visits to
  the dentist are an absolute must, especially when
  it comes to children. The doctor will be able to
  provide for the right instructions parents need
  to follow to ensure their Kids Oral Care.
• Eating foods which are healthy The sugar level
  in healthy foods is moderate. This helps as
  sugar, which is one of the main causes of plaque
  is absent from the diet of such a person.

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• Conclusion
• From the above article, it is now clear that
  childhood oral hygiene is very important for
  healthy adult life. Looking at the causes and
  symptoms above, you can make a note of them and
  ensure that your child does not face the same
  challenges. In case your child does develop
  cavities, look at the above-mentioned options for
  prevention and treatment.
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