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WHAT TO DO IF BABY HAS NATAL OR NEONATAL TEETH

A new parent definitely knows when the little one will start ‘teething’! While for some babies this process is relatively easy, others find it to be quite painful. Quiet rarely, in some cases, babies can even develop teeth at or within few days after birth.

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What Are Natal Teeth And Neonatal Teeth?

Natal teeth, as the name suggests, are teeth present at birth in newborns. Neonatal teeth, on the other hand are teeth that erupt shortly (within the first 30 days) after birth. Both natal and neonatal teeth mostly occur in the front mandibular (Lower jaw) region of the jaws. They are most commonly spotted at birth by the Neonatal team and referred to the Pediatric dentists.

What Are The Characteristics Of Natal Teeth?

Some natal teeth resemble primary teeth, although they are occasionally somewhat immature and supernumerary (extra). At most times they are mobile (wiggly)

  • Natal teeth can be smaller than normal primary teeth.
  • They can be conical in shape.
  • They can have discoloration.
  • They can have underdeveloped roots

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What Are The Potential Causes Of A Baby Being Born With Natal Teeth Or Neonatal Teeth?

The exact cause of natal and neonatal teeth in babies is still unknown, but it has been linked to several factors, including genetics, fever, infection, and malnutrition. So far, no research has been able to verify the reason.

Researchers have also linked natal teeth and neonatal teeth with many other syndromes, including the following:

  • Cleft lip and palate
  • Sotos syndrome
  • Ellis-van Creveld syndrome (chondroectodermal dysplasia)
  • Jadassohn-Lewandowsky syndrome (congenital pachyonychia)
  • Hallermann-Streiff syndrome (oculo mandibulo facial syndrome with hypotrichosis)

What Are The Possible Complications Associated With Natal And Neonatal Teeth?

Complications associated with natal and neonatal teeth can include the following:

  • Difficulty in breastfeeding: Natal and neonatal teeth can interfere with a baby’s ability to suckle, so it’s important to take your baby to the dentist if you notice any natal or neonatal teeth.
  • Tongue ulceration: As the teeth are sharp, they can cause ulcers on the under surface of the tongue, a condition commonly called ‘Riga Fede Disease’
  • Rarely, they can have a risk of aspiration.

If you are concerned about your baby’s natal or neonatal teeth, it is important to speak with your pediatrician or your pediatric dentist as soon as possible for advice on how to best care for these teeth and address any potential complications that they may cause.

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How Are Natal And Neonatal Teeth Treated?

Natal teeth and neonatal teeth can be diagnosed by a physical examination of your baby’s mouth. X-rays may be required. A tooth root that is not completely developed might be visible on an X-ray.

In most cases, when the teeth are loose and cause interfering with breastfeeding, the dentist may decide to remove the tooth. This is also done to reduce the risk of a baby swallowing his or her tooth and breathing it into his or her airways. The teeth could also be removed if they are causing harm to your baby’s tongue. Another alternative is to smooth the top edges of the teeth. This protects your baby’s tongue from damage.

And finally when your baby’s milk teeth start erupting (between age groups 6-12 months), here’s our piece of advice:

Here are some tips by Dr. SHILPI DADARYA To help take Care For Your Baby’s Teeth:

  • Brush your baby’s teeth twice a day with a soft toothbrush and water.
  • Use fluoride toothpaste once your baby is old enough to spit out the toothpaste.
  • Schedule regular dental checkups for your baby.
  • Avoid any sugar-sweetened foods or drinks, which can increase your baby’s risk of tooth decay and other dental problems.

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BRACES

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Orthodontic treatment is the use of dental tools to straighten or move teeth to improve dental health and appearance. It helps in maintaining your child’s oral health in the long term by fixing misaligned bite patterns and reducing the strain on the jaw muscles.

Orthodontic issues like crooked teeth, protruding, crowding, spacing, and bite irregularities can occur because of many reasons like losing milk teeth very young or bad habits like thumb sucking. At Pandit Clinic, we believe that prevention is always better than cure and so we recommend you regularly bring your child for dental check-ups at our pediatric dentistry practice, where these orthodontic issues can be caught early and corrected easily.

We offer a wide range of solutions for orthodontic issues, including braces, headgear, and Invisalign. The most common way of correcting severe orthodontic issues is through the use of braces. Keep reading to learn more about what exactly are braces, the different types, and how they work.

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What Are Braces?

Braces are dental tools that correct problems like crooked teeth, overcrowding, and misalignment. Braces slowly align the patient’s teeth and jaw to produce an even bite and a beautiful smile.

Most people think braces are uncomfortable, painful, and difficult to maintain. But that is not the case. Orthodontics has come a long way. we believe in correcting orthodontic issues with as little discomfort as possible. Our expert Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Shilpi Dadarya makes sure to help you make an informed decision about the best treatment for your child.

Check-Up: Everyone has a unique set of teeth, and so the method of treatment will vary from person to person. Before the treatment begins, your child will have to undergo the following procedures:

  • A full and thorough examination of his/her teeth and jaws
  • A series of X-rays to better understand the position of the teeth
  • A dental cast of the teeth will be taken to evaluate his/her bite
  • In case of overcrowding, one or two permanent teeth may have to be extracted, to make space for the teeth to fit perfectly

After a careful examination of your child’s teeth, a treatment plan specific to his/her needs will be customized. At Dentist for kids, Dr. Shilpi Dadarya will guide you and help you choose the most suitable type of braces for your child.

Types Of Braces: These days, braces are more than just metal bands. There are many different options available to make sure that everyone has the best possible treatment.

These are some of the possible options if your child needs braces:

Conventional Braces: Conventional or traditional braces are metal brackets that are cemented to the front of the teeth with a bonding agent. They also include flexible wires or arch wires that hold the brackets together. The brackets and wires are made of high-quality stainless steel and they apply pressure to the teeth, aligning them slowly. Sometimes, the brackets are linked with delicate rubber bands or metal ties that increase the pressure on the teeth and straighten them.

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Prevent Tooth Decay In Kids With The Right Oral Care Habits

Tooth decay, also popularly called cavities or caries, is one of the most common childhood disease. Tooth decay is preventable and treatable. 

Dr Shilpi DadarayaM.D.S.(Pediatric Dentistry,Kolkata) interacts with parents every day and addresses issues such as cavities and tooth decay. In this blog, Dr Shilpi Dadaraya, as an expert dentist for kids, will be discussing oral health habits, what is tooth decay and how to prevent it easily through better oral care habits. 

Raising a kid is a full-time responsibility. Parents have to take care of the child’s schooling, physical and mental health as they grow up. Children’s oral health management and care is a major concern for parents with young kids. Parents often ask a dentist for kids about the steps they can take to maintain their child’s oral hygiene, especially the prevention of tooth decay. This blog answers all the tooth decay related queries and certainly  simplifies oral care for kids.

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What Is Tooth Decay?

First of all, let us understand what tooth decay is and why is it important for you, as a parent to watch out for any signs of tooth decay in your kid’s teeth.

Tooth decay, also popularly called cavities or caries, is one of the most common childhood disease. Tooth decay is the damage that occurs to the tooth when bacteria in the mouth create acids that eat away at the enamel of the tooth. As enamel is the protective outer layer of the teeth, once the protective layer is attacked, the teeth begin to suffer damage.

When residual food particles are left on teeth, they combine with saliva and bacteria that live in the mouth to form a sticky substance called plaque. The enamel can get damaged because of plaque, causing the tooth to rot and create a hole or cavity on its surface. Hence, it is important to prevent tooth decay from the very beginning.

Why Are My Child’s Teeth Decaying?

High intake of sugary foods or a callous attitude towards dental hygiene is a leading cause of why children’s teeth begin decaying.

Parental supervision is necessary over the food and oral care habits of children to prevent tooth decay.

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What Causes Tooth Decay In Kids?

Dental decay is a multifactorial disease. Depending on the age group of the child, the causes of tooth decay can vary slightly.  Since the eating and feeding habits of young children evolve quickly as they go from infants to toddlers to young kids.

Furthermore, pediatric dentists have also classified the stages of tooth decay to help them in efficient and effective dental treatments.

For Babies

We inform parents of infants that one of the reasons for tooth decay is due to the sharing of spoons between the parents’ and the baby. If the same spoon is shared with the child, the bacteria present in the saliva gets passed on as well, making the baby subject to the risk of tooth decay.

One of the most significant cause of tooth decay in infants and toddlers is putting them to sleep with a bottle of milk in their mouth. Cavities start to form when food or other liquids (including breast milk or formula milk) stay in your baby’s mouth for longer periods. Bacteria convert the sugars present in food particles and milk to acid, which damages the teeth and gums. And when this happens more often, it causes the teeth to decay.

Young Kids

In young kids, the diet plays a big role in whether or not they are susceptible to tooth decay. If your child’s diet contains high amounts of refined carbohydrates or sugary/sticky  foodstuffs, then he/she is more prone to tooth decay. This is because these foods tend to stick on tooth surfaces. The frequent usage of sipper cups or bottles of milk, sweetened drinks, juice or sodas can lead to tooth decay. In foodstuffs, overconsumption of chocolates, candy, cake, laddoos, sugary cereals, and bread will cause tooth decay.

Fluoride deficiency can also cause tooth decay. Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral which boosts the teeth enamel, thus strengthening the protective layer of the teeth. Inadequate amount of Fluoride in the tooth structure can cause teeth to decay prematurely.

One of the most underrated but important reasons for tooth decay in young kids is poor brushing and oral care habits. Kids with bad or zero dental care habits tend to suffer from tooth decay more than kids with good oral care habits.

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Dental Crowns for Children

In pediatric dentistry, dental crowns are recommended to children to restore teeth that have become significantly decayed or damaged. Most parents know the concept of dental crowns as they are often recommended for adult teeth. But in some cases, children may also need to get dental crowns depending on the condition of their teeth.

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As a parent, you may be questioning why there’s a need to repair the baby tooth with a crown? Why not extract it or wait for it to fall out on its own as the permanent tooth will eventually appear?

In this blog, we have addressed some common questions regarding dental crowns for children like, why are dental crowns recommended to children, what to expect from the procedure, and more.

What are dental crowns?

A dental crown (cap) is a tooth-shaped protective cover that fits over an entire tooth. In children, crowns are commonly used to restore the function of a natural tooth until it is ready to fall out on its own.

Why are dental crowns recommended to children?

In case of decayed or damaged teeth, the needed support and protection are provided through dental crowns. It is crucial to protect the primary teeth whenever possible because they-

  • function as space holders for permanent teeth, &
  • help chew food and speak properly during a child’s critical developmental years.

Compared to adult teeth, the enamel of a child’s teeth is thinner. Because of this reason, cavities tend to spread more easily and may affect the neighboring teeth. A decayed tooth can be very painful. In some cases, the spread of cavities may become severe and difficult to be treated by a filling. Thus, dental crowns become the only best solution to protect the tooth from premature extraction.

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How do pediatric dentists perform a child’s dental crown procedure?

First, the dentist will discuss the options available for dental crowns along with their benefits and drawbacks. Then the suitable crown is chosen based on your child’s needs and preferences.

Most of the dental crown procedure contains some universal steps. Mentioned below are the steps that your pediatric dentist will follow:

  • The procedure starts with numbing the area. The dentist will apply numbing gel around the tooth that needs to be restored.
  • Next, the dentist puts a dental dam to isolate the tooth that is being treated.
  • Then, the dentist will remove decay and shape the tooth for optimal placement of the crown.
  • Finally, the crown will be fixed on the tooth.

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Depending on the type of crown used, the above-mentioned steps may slightly vary. Also, unlike dental crown procedures for adults that need several visits to the dentist, most crowns for children can be fitted in a single procedure.