pediatric dental frequently asked questions
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PEDIATRIC DENTALFREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
Dr. B’s Pediatric Dentistry_______________
Michael Blen DDS
DR. B’S PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Michael Blen DDS6363 Poplar Ave. #110Memphis, TN 38119901-415-2536
www.DrBlen.com
These slides are for informational purposes only. They are not to be used for specific diagnosis. Use of these slides does not create a doctor-
patient relationship. Consult with your own pediatric dental professional for individualized care of your child’s specific dental needs.
A. IMPORTANCE OF PRIMARY TEETH
Primary teeth (baby teeth) play an important role in our child’s body
• Esthetics
• First in Digestive Process
• Significant Role in Growth and Development
A. CHILDREN NORMALLY DEVELOP 20 BABY TEETH
• Children will Develop 20 Primary Teeth
• Starting Around 6 months until around age 3
• The age of eruption varies, even within the same family
A. TEETHING CONCERNS
Teething can include the following symptoms:
• Excessive Drooling• Changes in Sleeping Patterns• Pain with Gum Tenderness
Never assume teething is the cause of illness.
Oral analgesics and chilled teething rings may helpalleviate symptoms
A. CHILDREN NORMALLY LOSE THEIR FIRST TOOTH BETWEEN AGES 5-7 YRS.
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• The lower two front teeth are normally the first to go.
• Sometimes the permanent teeth will grow in behind these to baby teeth. Ask your dentist about this.
Numerous answers to other Frequently Asked Questions can be found on the American
Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s website:
www.AAPD.org
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