How to prevent tooth decay in children?

From a clinical perspective, the main reason children have tooth worms is due to poor eating and hygiene habits. Therefore, in order to actively prevent children from having tooth worms, you must pay attention to oral hygiene. Do not eat unclean food casually, and insist on brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, and rinsing your mouth after meals. Go to the hospital regularly for dental examinations for your baby, discover problems in time and treat them in time. Let your baby develop good eating habits, stay away from foods high in sugar and fat, and try to eat less French fries and barbecue. Fresh fruits and vegetables are the best choice.

1. Four causes of tooth decay

1. Oral bacteria is one of the causes of tooth decay. The Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus in the mouth multiply on the food residues remaining in the mouth, ferment and produce acid, which causes the teeth to corrode, soften and decalcify. After teeth are decalcified, cavities gradually form.

2. The production of sugar is a necessary condition for tooth decay. Carbohydrates play a decisive role in the occurrence of dental caries. Especially foods containing sucrose can increase the amount of plaque on the tooth surface and significantly increase the number of cariogenic streptococci.

3. External factors such as tooth morphology, structure, position, oral hygiene, amount and nature of saliva, nutrition, endocrine, genetic systemic diseases, immune status, etc. are also causes of tooth decay.

4. The body's resistance has a great influence on the occurrence of tooth decay. The body's resistance includes the anti-caries ability of teeth and the whole body. The body's internal factors can affect the occurrence of tooth decay. Especially when protein, minerals and vitamins are deficient, it contributes to the occurrence of tooth decay.

2. How to prevent tooth decay

1. Pay attention to daily oral hygiene, do not eat unclean food casually, and try to brush your teeth or rinse your mouth with clean water after eating to prevent bacteria from growing on the surface of the teeth. Some children don't brush their teeth at night and only brush them in the morning. Some children don't brush their teeth in the morning but only at night. This is not right. You should brush your teeth every morning and evening. Brushing your teeth frequently is the best way to maintain oral hygiene.

2. Go to the hospital regularly to check your teeth and have your teeth cleaned regularly. This will not only whiten your teeth, but also prevent oral diseases such as caries. When tooth decay occurs, use fluoride-containing pit and fissure sealing materials to fill the deeper pits and fissures to prevent further decay.

3. Try to eat less sugary and high-fat foods, especially during childhood, as that will accelerate the reproduction of bacteria. Eating too much sweets can cause the mouth to become acidic, which is an important cause of tooth decay. In addition, eating more fresh vegetables and fruits can improve the body fluid environment. Eat less foods that cause irritation, such as spicy strips, potato chips, and barbecue.