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Your Kid’s Dentist

Regular dental check-ups are crucial for maintaining your child’s oral health and setting the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Understanding what happens during a dental check-up can help ease any anxiety and ensure your child gets the best care possible. This page will explore the various aspects of a dental check-up for children and teens at Midway Dental Clinic, including eruption patterns, orthodontics and preventive advice.

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Eruption Patterns: Understanding Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

Regular dental check-ups are essential to monitor the eruption of both deciduous (baby) and permanent (adult) teeth. Early detection of issues such as delayed eruption, missing or impacted teeth, and misalignment can allow for timely interventions and treatments. Proper dental care and hygiene practices should be established early to ensure the health and longevity of both baby and adult teeth.

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Eruption Timeline for Baby Teeth (Deciduous Teeth)

6-10 Months:

Lower Central Incisors: These are typically the first teeth to appear, located at the bottom front of the mouth.

8-12 Months:

Upper Central Incisors: The top front teeth usually follow shortly after the lower central incisors.

9-13 Months:

Upper Lateral Incisors: These teeth are adjacent to the central incisors on the upper jaw.

10-16 Months:

Lower Lateral Incisors: These teeth are adjacent to the central incisors on the lower jaw.

13-19 Months:

First Molars (Upper and Lower): These teeth are located at the back of the mouth and are essential for chewing.

16-22 Months:

Canines (Upper and Lower): Also known as cuspids, these teeth are located next to the lateral incisors and are used for tearing food.

23-31 Months:

Second Molars (Lower): These are the backmost baby teeth and are crucial for grinding food.

25-33 Months:

Second Molars (Upper): These erupt after the lower second molars and complete the set of 20 baby teeth.

Eruption Timeline for Adult Teeth (Permanent Teeth)

6-7 Years:

First Molars: The first permanent molars, also known as "six-year molars," typically erupt behind the existing baby teeth.

6-8 Years:

Lower Central Incisors: These are the first permanent front teeth to appear.

7-8 Years:

Upper Central Incisors: These follow the eruption of the lower central incisors.

7-9 Years:

Lower Lateral Incisors: These teeth come in next to the lower central incisors.

8-9 Years:

Upper Lateral Incisors: These teeth come in next to the upper central incisors.

9-11 Years:

First Premolars (Upper and Lower): These teeth replace the first baby molars and are located next to the canines.

10-12 Years:

Second Premolars (Upper and Lower): These replace the second baby molars.

11-12 Years:

Canines (Upper): These permanent canines replace the baby canines and are essential for tearing food.

9-12 Years:

Canines (Lower): These permanent canines replace the baby canines.

11-13 Years:

Second Molars (Upper): These erupt after the lower second molars and complete the set of 20 baby teeth.

17-21 Years:

Third Molars (Wisdom Teeth): These are the last teeth to erupt and are located at the back of the mouth. Not everyone develops all four wisdom teeth, and they are often removed due to lack of space or impaction.

Orthodontics: Ensuring Proper Alignment

During regular check-ups, we will monitor the alignment of your child’s teeth and jaw. If there are signs of malocclusion (misaligned teeth or bite), they may recommend an orthodontic evaluation. These include one or both types of orthodontic interventions:

Phase 1 (Orthodontic Appliances):
In some cases, early orthodontic treatments can guide the proper growth of jaw and teeth, reducing the need for extensive treatments later.

Phase 2 (Braces or Invisalign):
Traditional metal braces or Invisalign can correct misalignment and improve oral health.

Preventive Advice

Preventive dental care is crucial for maintaining healthy teeth and gums, especially for children and teens. Establishing good dietary and oral hygiene habits early in life can prevent a host of dental issues and set the foundation for lifelong dental health.

Dietary Advice

Limit Sugary Foods and Drinks: Excess sugar can lead to tooth decay.

Encourage a Balanced Diet: A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains supports overall oral health.

Oral Hygiene Techniques

Brushing: Teach your child to brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Supervise brushing until they can do it effectively on their own, usually around age 6-8.

Flossing: Encourage daily flossing to remove plaque and food particles between teeth.

During check-ups, your dentist will take the time to demonstrate proper brushing and flossing techniques to ensure your child is cleaning their teeth effectively.

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What can I expect at my child’s dental check up and clean?

Comprehensive Examination

The dentist will visually inspect your child’s teeth, gums, and mouth. Periodic X-rays may be taken to check for cavities, monitor tooth development, and detect any underlying issues

Scale and Clean

The dentist will clean your child’s teeth, removing plaque and tartar build-up. Teeth will be polished to remove surface stains and make them smooth.

Fluoride Treatment

A fluoride treatment will be applied to help strengthen tooth enamel and prevent decay.

Discussion and Education

The dentist will discuss your child’s oral health, provide dietary and hygiene advice, and answer any questions you may have. Recommendations for any necessary treatments or follow-up appointments will be provided.

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