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Dr. Ashveeta Shetty is an assistant professor at DY Patil School of Dentistry and also runs her own dental clinic in Mumbai. Having done her Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry from Terna Dental College, she is currently pursuing her PhD. She has several national and international publications to her credit. Dr. Shetty has over five years experience in dentistry and believes in the prevention of dental problems from a young age. She is also attached to various charitable trusts across Mumbai. Her focus lies in motivating children as well as parents to maintain good oral hygiene, a healthy lifestyle and dietary practices. In addition, she conducts dental camps for children.
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Most babies develop their first teeth between four and seven months, but some may develop teeth as early as three months. Three-month-old teething is also called early eruption and is a rare condition. The early eruption\'s exact cause and risk factors have not been identified, yet it is usually believed not to cause any concern. The teeth that erupt at three months are not natal or neonatal but the primary ones that have developed earlier than usual. Stanford Children’s Health states that while teething symptoms, such as drooling and mouthing, may begin at three months, tooth eruption in most babies generally occurs later. Read the post about the signs, effects, and management of three-month-old teething. [mj-toc] Signs Of Teething In Three-Month-Old Babies The following signs may indicate teething in a three-month-old (1). Excessive drooling Putting fingers and objects in the mouth Swollen gums [caption id="attachment_893172" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Irritability Pain on suckling (2) Loss of appetite Sleep deprivation [MJ_RELATED_LINKS...
Abscessed tooth in children is characterized by the collection of pus inside the teeth, gums, or surrounding bone. It occurs as a result of bacterial infection. An abscess at the end of the tooth is called a periapical abscess, and an abscess within the gum is called a periodontal abscess. A dental abscess is painful most times, but not always. It helps if you take your child to the dentist for timely treatment and management. Read this post to learn more about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for dental abscesses in children. [mj-toc] Causes Of Tooth Abscess In Children The dental abscess is caused due to bacteria inside the teeth. The bacteria irritates the gum and causes inflammation. Gradually, the tooth becomes loose. The bacteria pools in the gap between the tooth and the gum causing an abscess (1). Cavities lead to a periapical abscess. When the dental decay reaches the center of the tooth, it damages the tooth...
Around one-third of all children need orthodontic treatment (1). The braces for kids are used to align crooked, crowded, or protruding teeth, close abnormal gaps between the teeth, and correct the bite for the upper and the lower teeth to contact each other when closing the mouth (2). Read more about the types, indications, benefits, and tips on maintaining oral hygiene when using braces for kids. [mj-toc] What Are The Types Of Braces For Kids? The following are the most popular braces for kids (3). 1. Metal braces [caption id="attachment_799184" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] The most common option for children Small metal appliances are fixed to each tooth, while a metal wire passes through these brackets and joins them together. A wire is secured on the brackets with elastic bands. The desired tooth movement is achieved by tightening the wire wherever necessary at regular intervals. Various color elastic options are available. Advanced options, such as self ligating metal braces are...