Oral care for children is also an urgent "task" for parents. Having healthy teeth is also the foundation for children's physical fitness. Poor teeth can affect a child's eating habits and physical health. More and more children are having "black teeth" at a young age, which makes many parents very anxious. Let's talk about what to do if a 3-year-old child's teeth turn black?
What should a 3-year-old child do if their teeth turn black
It is recommended to have decayed teeth repaired in a dental clinic by removing the blackened decayed tissue and then filling it with dental materials, which will restore the health of the teeth. If not repaired, cavities will grow larger and eventually cause pain to the dental nerves, which can also affect the growth of permanent teeth in the future.
If the child cooperates, they can go and repair it. If the child is too young to cooperate, they can wait until they are older to deal with it. However, it should be noted that brushing teeth carefully is the most effective way to prevent tooth decay. After brushing your teeth at night, you should not eat anything else. Recently, avoid eating spicy and stimulating foods, assist children in maintaining oral hygiene, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and supplement vitamins.
How to prevent children's teeth from turning black
1. Clarify the cause of a child's teeth turning black: Parents should know that if a child's teeth turning black are caused by dental caries, they need to undergo a detailed examination, clarify the diagnosis, and have hope for a cure. They should also pay attention to rest and drink plenty of water. Supplement the intake of vitamins, calcium, and trace elements to ensure the supply of essential components for tooth development.
2. Pay attention to daily cleaning: It is also important to clean the mouth promptly and effectively in daily life; Children should start brushing their teeth immediately after teething. After the age of 2, it is necessary to use a toothbrush with bristles and a cleaning toothpaste that can be swallowed; When children learn to spit out, they should switch to toothpaste with better cleaning effect to clean their mouth; Remember to clean your gums and tongue while brushing your teeth.
3. Mastering the correct brushing method: Parents also need to educate their children on the correct brushing method and timing. Adopting a child toothbrush that meets hygiene standards and developing good brushing habits, especially brushing before bedtime, is one of the effective measures to prevent dental caries and plaque adhesion. It is recommended to use the "three three system" brushing method during early childhood, which means brushing three times a day for three minutes each time.
4. Regular dental check ups: Parents should go to a regular dental clinic for a check-up after their child is born.
Many parents believe that tooth decay is not a big deal when their children are young, because teeth need to be replaced and left to develop. This concept and practice are wrong, as blackening of baby teeth can affect the quality of permanent teeth in the future. Therefore, regardless of the age of the baby, as long as black teeth are found, it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination in a timely manner to improve the symptoms of blackening, and pay attention to oral hygiene and cleanliness in order to give the child good teeth.
