DENTAL CARIES

Is the infection of the tooth.

• This depends on the sugar load in the food of child and the number of bacteria lodged between teeth.

• This bacteria is known to produce acid that helps bacteria multiply and dissolve the teeth.

• Hence regular teeth brushing helps maintain hygiene

• Primary teeth caries can affect Permanent teeth development

SYMPTOMS

• Darkening of teeth

• Sensitivity to hot, cold, sweet

• Foul taste or sensation

COMPLICATIONS

• If the infection spreads from surface of teeth to centre, it can cause severe pain. The infection can spread deeper to the bone to form pus

TREATMENT

• Oral antibiotics( Penicillin group) are used to treat infections- Talk to your doctor

• Regular painkillers are given

• A dentist / Surgeon would attempt to completely remove the infected part and repair by firmly fixing a crown.

PRECAUTIONS

• Oral hygiene- regular brushing helps. Younger children may need assistance with brushing.

• Sugar and sweetened beverages need to be limited to lunch timings( where applicable) followed by rinsing the mouth