When the teeth of children begin to fall
The child's deciduous teeth begin to loosen and fall in order to make room for permanent teeth around the age of six, usually the first to fall from the lower anterior years (lower middle incisors) and upper anterior years (upper middle incisors), followed by lateral incisors, mills and canines.
Deciduous teeth usually remain in place until they are pushed by permanent teeth.If the child loses his teeth at an early age, as a result of tooth decay or an accident, nearby teeth may tend to empty space.This can cause permanent teeth to jam and make them crooked.
Some children are delighted with the loss of milk teeth, while others are annoyed by this childhood characteristic.If your child wants to pull a tooth out of his teeth, tighten it firmly with a tissue or gauze and remove it with a quick turn.
If the tooth is firm, wait a few days and try again.If you are concerned about deciduous teeth that have not gone well on their own, consult your child's dentist.He may recommend observation or removal in the dental clinic.
When a child begins to lose his or her teeth, reinforce the importance of proper dental care, for example:
- Remind your child to brush his teeth at least twice a day, supervise and assist if needed.
- Help your child brush teeth daily.
- Follow a healthy diet, and reduce snacking between main meals.
Schedule your child's dental check-ups, with your family dentist or pediatric dentist.
- Consult your doctor about the use of fluoride to help prevent tooth decay. With proper care, you can help your child maintain lifelong teeth.
- Remind your child to brush his teeth at least twice a day, supervise and assist if needed.
- Help your child brush teeth daily.
- Follow a healthy diet, and reduce snacking between main meals.
Schedule your child's dental check-ups, with your family dentist or pediatric dentist.
- Consult your doctor about the use of fluoride to help prevent tooth decay. With proper care, you can help your child maintain lifelong teeth.