Some parents have noticed that their child's teeth always have a lot of dark things on the surface, but no matter how hard they try to clean them during washing, they cannot clean them thoroughly. Therefore, they start to conceive if their child has cavities. When they go to the hospital for examination, they are told that the child's condition is not cavities, but teeth discoloration. So, what is the difference between cavities and teeth discoloration in young children?
The difference between dental caries and tooth discoloration in young children first lies in the age at which symptoms occur. Children aged 2-6 years old are more likely to experience tooth discoloration. The second difference is in the location where symptoms occur. If they occur near the edge of the gums, it is mostly discoloration, but if they occur inside the posterior teeth, it is basically dental caries.
Whether it is dental caries or tooth discoloration in young children, parents should take their children to the hospital for consultation with a doctor as soon as possible to solve the problem, because teeth grow on the face. If there are black spots, it will affect the appearance, and children are also in the period of character development. This can easily cause children to develop an insecure and sensitive personality, which is extremely detrimental to their future development.
In addition to seeking timely medical help, parents should also encourage their children to brush their teeth carefully in the morning and evening, rinse their mouths as much as possible after meals, and avoid dark foods and seasonings such as soy sauce, vinegar, cola, etc., as they can easily form pigmentation and cause black spots on their children's teeth.
