Signs Symptoms and Prevention of Tooth Decay By Sally Wiedeman EPDH MBA Eruption of PrimaryBaby Teeth AIAN children develop teeth earlier Eruption of Permanent Teeth Mixed Dentition ID: 912181
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Baby Teeth and Baby Health
Signs, Symptoms, and Preventionof Tooth DecayBy: Sally Wiedeman, EPDH, MBA
Slide2Eruption of Primary/Baby Teeth
*AI/AN children develop teeth earlier*
Slide3Eruption of Permanent Teeth
Slide4Mixed Dentition
Slide5Why we need healthy baby teeth
Space holder and act as a guide for erupting adult teethAid in chewingProvide structure for our faceAid in speech patterns
Improves self-esteem
Slide6What can decay look like?
Slide7Signs & Symptoms
Tooth acheSensitivityYellow or brown spots on the teeth
Slide8Causes
Bacteria in our salivaCan be transferred from person to personSugar/StarchesFound in breastmilkPoor oral hygiene
Acid reaction
Slide9Prevention
Proper oral hygieneBrushing dailyFlossing dailyWiping mouth out after a bottle or breastfeedingDrink water before bedtimeRegular screenings/check-ups with the dentist
Reduced sugar/starch dietSealantsEducation
Slide10Questions?