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This document was last updated on April 14, 2016

For teenagers with a missing tooth, however, an implant may not be a good idea, at least until they’ve physically matured. Although their permanent teeth have usually all come in by puberty, the jaws and facial structure continue to develop into early adulthood. An implant placed too early could appear misaligned when the jaw fully matures.

The best approach for teens is a temporary replacement until they’re physically ready for an implant. There are two good options: a removable partial denture (RPD) or a fixed bonded bridge.

Common among adults, an RPD is also a viable replacement for a teenager’s missing tooth. An RPD consists of a prosthetic (false) tooth set in a nylon or acrylic base that resembles gum tissue. Metal clips formed in the RPD fit over adjacent teeth to hold the appliance in place; this also makes it easy to remove for cleaning or sleep time. We typically recommend an acrylic base for teens because it’s easier to adjust if the RPD’s fit becomes loose.

To hold it in place, a traditional bridge uses crowns on either side of the replacement tooth to bond over the natural teeth next to the open socket. Because this requires permanently altering the support teeth, we recommend a bonded bridge that doesn’t.

This modified bridge uses wing-like strips of dental material on the back of the false tooth that project outward. With the tooth in place, we bond the extending portions of these projections to the back of the adjacent teeth, which secures the false tooth in place.

Of the two options, the bonded bridge is more comfortable, buys the most time and looks the most natural. But it will cost more than an RPD. Bite issues, teeth grinding, overall gum health or your child’s level of hygiene conscientiousness could also nix it as a viable option.

Either choice will effectively replace your child’s missing tooth until it’s time for a permanent restoration. We’ll help you weigh all the factors to determine which one is best for your situation.

If you would like more information on restoration options for teens, please contact us or schedule an appointment for a consultation.

Our goal at Mangrove Bay Dentistry is to provide patients with advanced, personalized dental care in a comfortable and relaxing environment. We are committed to making dental visits a positive and pleasant experience for patients of all ages. We also strive to develop long-lasting relationships based on trust and communication.

Dr. Tran’s clinical team is composed of highly trained professionals, who are committed to continuing education. Each team member is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a problem solver. And, each team member is accountable to uphold and deliver a high standard of care and customer service, and to lead by example.

“The best thing with kids is you have to make everything a game,” Nancy recently said in an interview with Dear Doctor TV. She bought Ashby a timer in the shape of a tooth that ticks for two minutes — the recommended amount of time that should be spent on brushing — and the little girl loved it. “She thought that was super fun, that she would turn the timer on and she would brush her teeth for that long,” Nancy said.

Ashby was also treated to a shopping trip for oral-hygiene supplies with Mom. “She got to go with me and choose the toothpaste that she wanted,” Nancy recalled. “They had some SpongeBob toothpaste that she really liked, so we made it into a fun activity.”

Seems like this savvy mom is on to something! Just because good oral hygiene is a must for your child’s health and dental development, that doesn’t mean it has to feel like a chore. Equally important to making oral-hygiene instruction fun is that it start as early as possible. It’s best to begin cleaning your child’s teeth as soon as they start to appear in infancy. Use a small, soft-bristled, child-sized brush or a clean, damp washcloth and just a thin smear of fluoride toothpaste, about the size of a grain of rice.

Once your child is old enough to hold the toothbrush and understand what the goal is, you can let him or her have a turn at brushing; but make sure you also take your turn, so that every tooth gets brushed — front, back and all chewing surfaces. After your child turns 3 and is capable of spitting out the toothpaste, you can increase the toothpaste amount to the size of a pea. Kids can usually take over the task of brushing by themselves around age 6, but may still need help with flossing.

Another great way to teach your children the best oral-hygiene practices is to model them yourself. If you brush and floss every day, and have regular cleanings and exams at the dental office, your child will come to understand what a normal, healthy and important routine this is. Ashby will certainly get this message from her mom.

“I’m very adamant about seeing the dentist regularly,” Nancy O’Dell said in her Dear Doctor interview. “I make sure that I go when I’m supposed to go.”

It’s no wonder that Nancy has such a beautiful, healthy-looking smile. And from the looks of things, her daughter is on track to have one, too. We would like to see every child get off to an equally good start!

If you have questions about your child’s oral health, please contact us or schedule an appointment for a consultation. You can learn more by reading the Dear Doctor magazine articles “Taking the Stress Out of Dentistry for Kids” and “Top 10 Oral Health Tips for Children.”

To make matters worse, certain conditions cause tooth wear to accelerate. Teeth softened by acids or tooth decay, for example, erode faster than healthier teeth. So will grinding habits: often fueled by stress, these include chewing on hard items like nails, pencils or bobby pins.

You may also grind your teeth, usually while you sleep. Normal biting and chewing produces pressure of about 13 to 23 pounds per square inch: grinding your teeth at night can well exceed this, even up into the hundreds of pounds.

There are some things we can do to alleviate these issues. For clenching and grinding habits, one primary step is to address stress through counseling or biofeedback therapy. For nighttime teeth grinding we can create a bite guard to wear while you sleep that will prevent your teeth from generating abnormal forces.

Finally, it’s important that you take care of your teeth through daily oral hygiene, regular office cleanings and checkups, and a nutritious diet for maintaining strong bones and teeth. Keeping your teeth free from diseases that could compromise your enamel as well as other aspects of your mouth will help them stay as strong as possible.

If you would like more information on slowing the rate of tooth wear as you age, please contact us or schedule an appointment for a consultation. You can also learn more about this topic by reading the Dear Doctor magazine article “How and Why Teeth Wear.”

At Mangrove Bay Dentistry, we understand that sucking on a thumb or finger is a completely normal habit that some babies develop even before they’re born. It’s soothing, and it also helps babies make contact with and explore their environment. If sucking habits go on much past the age of 3, however, it’s possible that bite problems may arise.

In a normal bite, the upper teeth grow to overlap the lower teeth. But it’s possible for the pressure of a thumb, finger or pacifier resting on the gums to interfere with normal tooth eruption and even jaw growth. Some thumb-suckers develop an “open bite,” meaning the teeth don’t overlap when a child bites together); instead, there is an open space between the upper and lower teeth. That’s why thumb sucking is definitely something we should keep an eye on, though we don’t want to intervene too soon.

Breaking the Habit

It’s important to keep in mind that most children break thumb-sucking habits on their own between the ages of 2 and 4. So if you’re trying to get your child to stop, the first thing to do is simply ignore it. Pacifiers will usually be given up more quickly than thumbs or fingers. If your child seems unable to stop when it’s time, positive reinforcements tend to work better than negative (e.g., putting a bitter substance on the thumb). Here are some things you can try:

Praise & Reward. Explain to your child why it’s so important not to suck thumbs and think of a way to reward her for not doing it — as long as it’s not with tooth-harming sweets! Stickers or an activity they enjoy might serve well. Always offer gentle reminders rather than scold when you notice a thumb in your child’s mouth, and praise her when she stops.

Comfort & Distract. Children have different triggers for thumb sucking. Does your child tend to do it when stressed or bored? If so, some extra hugs might help, or an activity to keep those little hands busy.

Get Creative. You know your child best. Maybe there’s a method that would be particularly motivating to him. For example, you could tie his pacifier to a helium balloon and send it up to the Tooth Fairy. When she receives it, she can leave a special present under his pillow!

Get Help. If your child sucks her thumb, fingers, or a pacifier, dentistry can help. Sometimes a brief conversation with a caring dental professional is all that’s needed to help her understand how it will help her teeth to kick the habit.

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Your child’s primary teeth will be there for most of childhood, helping your child to bite, chew and speak. For the first six or so years, he or she will be relying on primary teeth exclusively to perform these important functions. Until around age 12, your child will have a mix of primary and permanent teeth. You will want to make sure those teeth stay healthy and are lost naturally at the appropriate time.

In addition to biting, chewing and aiding in speech, the primary teeth serve as guides for the eruption of permanent (adult) teeth. They hold the space for the permanent teeth. The crowns (tops) of the permanent teeth actually push against the roots of the baby teeth, causing them to resorb, or melt away. In this way, the adult teeth can take their proper place.

Your child’s 20 baby teeth will likely begin to appear between six and nine months, although in some cases, they may start to come in as as early as three months or as late as twelve months after birth. The two lower front teeth tend to erupt first, followed by the two upper ones. The first molars come in next, followed by the canines. Sometimes your baby can experience teething discomfort during this process. If so, there are courses of action to help make your child more comfortable.

How to Preserve the Health of Primary Teeth

To prevent dental decay from damaging your child’s primary teeth, begin cleaning your child’s mouth in infancy. Your infant’s gums and newly erupting teeth should be gently wiped after each feeding with a water-soaked gauze pad or damp washcloth. As soon as a tooth begins poking through the gums, you may begin a daily routine of brushing the tooth with a small, soft-bristled toothbrush and a tiny bit of fluoridated toothpaste.

As your child grows, you will brush all of her or his teeth. Your child may need your help with this important task until about the age of 6 or older. While any fluoride toothpaste is safe to use in small amounts and recommended by us, some parents find their child is more enthusiastic when given a choice of toothpaste flavors and a choice of toothbrushes. We recommend using a soft bristle hand-held brush or electronic toothbrush of the appropriate size for your child. Ask us more about electronic toothbrushes when you visit.

Help a young child brush at night, the most important time to brush, due to lower salivary flow and higher susceptibility to cavities. Each night, let your child brush their teeth first to develop the skill and build self-confidence, and then you can follow up with brushing more to ensure that all plaque is removed. Usually by age 6 or so, the child can learn to brush his or her own teeth with parental oversight. Brushing twice a day or after each meal and snack is even better! But always brush before bedtime.

When it comes to flossing, we will demonstrate how to do this appropriately depending on the age of your child. The best way to teach a child how to brush and floss is to lead by good example. Allowing your child to watch you brush and floss your teeth teaches the importance of good oral hygiene.
In general, young children should not use mouthwash because they may swallow the product. At the appropriate time in your child’s development, we will recommend an alcohol-free, antimicrobial oral rinse that is safe and appropriate for your child.

To avoid baby bottle tooth decay and teeth misalignment due to sucking, try to wean your child off of the breast and bottle by one year of age, and monitor excessive sucking of pacifiers, fingers and thumbs. Never put your child down to sleep with a bottle of milk, juice or sweetened liquid as a pacifier