{"id":7273,"date":"2022-12-05T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-04T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/?p=7273"},"modified":"2023-07-11T15:00:27","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T05:00:27","slug":"cavities-in-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/cavities-in-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Cavities in Kids \u2014 Prevent Tooth Decay with a Dental Check"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a dental check twice a year can protect your child\u2019s teeth against tooth decay. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/childrens-dentistry\/\">gentle and caring approach to kids&#8217; dentistry<\/a> can prevent cavities and help your child develop good dental habits. In this post, we will look at the causes, treatment, and prevention of cavities in kids\u2019 teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>What Causes Tooth Decay?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth decay occurs when plaque accumulates on a tooth and erodes its surface. Plaque is a sticky biofilm containing bacteria, saliva, and food acids. Too much sugar and inadequate brushing and flossing are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/what-causes-teeth-to-decay\/\">among the leading causes of cavities in kids\u2019 teeth<\/a>. Children\u2019s teeth are just as susceptible to decay as adults\u2019 and need to be monitored to prevent cavities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zGoBFU1q4g0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Signs Of Dental Decay<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth decay develops in stages, which generally follow this sequence:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><em>White spots &#8211; <\/em>You might notice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/dental-and-oral-health\/white-spots-on-teeth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">white spots appearing on the surface of your child\u2019s teeth<\/a>. This is a sign that the dental enamel is wearing away and the tooth is weakened.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An early cavity is usually a light brown colour. As the cavity gets deeper, the spot will darken and may turn black.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes dental decay is accompanied by pain and swelling, but not always.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Diagnosing Dental Decay<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dental check, which includes a visual examination and x-rays, is usually performed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Treating Tooth Decay<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental fillings are generally used for cavities in kids&#8217; teeth. During a dental filling procedure, the decayed part of the tooth will be removed, and the affected area will be cleaned before the tooth is filled with filling material.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the tooth decay is extensive, a <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/treatments\/10923-dental-crowns#:~:text=You%20may%20need%20a%20dental,a%20severely%20worn%20down%20tooth.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dental crown may be required<\/a>. It is generally better to prevent cavities than to treat them, as restored teeth are not as strong as healthy teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>How To Prevent Cavities?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent dental hygiene and regular visits to a child-friendly dentist can help to prevent cavities from developing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><i>The importance of regular check-ups<\/i><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your child should have a dental check at least twice a year. During the dental check, your dentist will be able to spot the early signs of tooth decay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><i>How to teach good dental hygiene?<\/i><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set a good example to prevent cavities. Speak to your child about brushing and flossing, and show him or her how you do it twice a day. <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7275 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/dental-cavity-children-prevention-woden-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"dental cavity children prevention woden\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/dental-cavity-children-prevention-woden-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/dental-cavity-children-prevention-woden.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Young children should be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalex.com.au\/zh\/how-to-brush-your-teeth-for-kids\/\">supervised when brushing their teeth<\/a>. Each tooth needs to be brushed with fluoride toothpaste and a soft toothbrush. Teeth should be brushed as soon as they emerge from the gums. Younger babies who don\u2019t have teeth yet need to have their gums wiped with a soft cloth to keep bacteria levels under control.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speak to a child-friendly dentist about helping your child to improve his or her brushing technique.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the age of 2, all children should floss their teeth. Younger children will need their parents to floss for them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not allow a young child to fall asleep with a bottle of juice or a sugary drink. Try to minimise the amount of sugar your child consumes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Excellence can help you avoid the development of cavities in kids&#8217; teeth. Contact Dental Excellence today for an appointment with our child-friendly dentist at <strong><a href=\"tel:+61261887293\">(02) 6188 7293<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>References<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth Decay (Caries or Cavities) in Children<br \/><\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/conditions-and-diseases\/tooth-decay-caries-or-cavities-in-children<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Do If Your Child Has a Cavity \u2014 and How to Prevent More<br \/><\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/childrens-health\/cavities-in-kids<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;] Having a dental check twice a year can protect your child\u2019s teeth against tooth decay. 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