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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Expert Forum)
holes in teeth
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Michael H Kirsch, DDS - Oral Surgery, Maxillofacial, Wisdom Teeth, Bone Grafting, dental implants
Dr. Michael H. Kirsch
Caldwell - NJ
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holes in teeth
by holes, May 15, 2008 07:38AM
is there anybody else with the same problems as myself? I took my son to the dentist today and have found out he has two holes in in back teeth. Dentist explained they would have to be taken out and may or may not grow back again. He is only 3 years old.
He has not had too many sweets or sugary things as we have been fairly careful.
I am after some advice as I am shocked and now need to make changes with the food and drink I give to him.
He has not had too many sweets or sugary things as we have been fairly careful.
I am after some advice as I am shocked and now need to make changes with the food and drink I give to him.
Doctor's Answer
by Michael H Kirsch, DDS, May 15, 2008 08:50PM
, May 15, 2008 08:50PM
First, you should take you son to a pediatric dentist. The teeth in his mouth a his "baby" teeth and will replaced by the permanent when he gets older. You need to be concerned about potential space problems and crowding of the permanent teeth as he grows.
A pediatric dentist can explain everything in more detail and follow his progress.
Information contained within this reply is intended solely for general educational purposes and is not intended nor implied to be a medical diagnosis or treatment recommendation. This is not a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition or question. Always seek the advice of your own doctor for medical condition. Only your doctor can provide specific diagnoses and therapies.
A pediatric dentist can explain everything in more detail and follow his progress.
Information contained within this reply is intended solely for general educational purposes and is not intended nor implied to be a medical diagnosis or treatment recommendation. This is not a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition or question. Always seek the advice of your own doctor for medical condition. Only your doctor can provide specific diagnoses and therapies.
Member Comments (2)
by withoutanswers32, May 23, 2008 10:29PM
Please keep in mind that milk has a very high sugar content.It is a drink we often overlook. Also, a child should never go to bed with a cup that contains anything but water. "Baby" molars are usually present in the mouth until about 10-12 years of age so treatment should be provided so that toothaches do not occur Good Luck :).
