How to deal with children's teeth falling out effectively

It is normal for children to lose their teeth. New teeth will grow after the deciduous teeth fall out. When the teeth become loose, they should be removed in time to prevent the new teeth from growing unevenly. You should also remind your children to pay attention to their oral health.

1. What should I do if my child's teeth fall out during the tooth replacement period?

There is a folk legend that when baby teeth fall out, new teeth will grow. If you want them to grow straight, you have to stand straight in the room and then throw them out. If the upper deciduous teeth fell out, they should be thrown under the bed; if the lower deciduous teeth fell out, they should be thrown onto the mosquito net above the bed. Stand upright and grow evenly.

2. What should I do if my child’s teeth fall out?

First, make sure your child does not have other injuries that require emergency treatment (such as to the head or face). If so, be sure to go to the emergency room. If your baby's teeth and gums appear fine and he doesn't seem to be in pain, he should not need a dental check-up.

If your baby's tooth is chipped or cracked and he appears to be in pain, you should take him to the dentist right away because part of the nerve may be exposed. If your teeth are very loose, you should see a dentist right away. Your doctor may decide to remove the tooth to prevent it from falling out and choking your baby. If your baby's teeth seem to be misaligned, you should also go to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor will decide whether they need to be repositioned based on the situation.

If his gums start to bleed, apply pressure with a wet gauze for several minutes (or until the bleeding stops). Frozen popsicles can make the swelling less severe and distract your child from the pain. During the next week, if you notice anything unusual about your baby's gums or teeth, or if you notice signs of infection, such as fever, swelling, and tenderness, see a doctor immediately.

3. What should I do if my child’s front teeth are broken or lost?

The reason why children's front teeth are broken is that the teeth are invaded by bacteria and have not been treated for a long time, resulting in breakage. On the other hand, teeth are damaged by external forces, resulting in tooth fracture.

Broken front teeth will affect the facial shape and appearance, and the chewing function will decline, thus affecting the absorption of nutrients. Over time, it will cause various gastrointestinal diseases. It will also make children's pronunciation non-standard and cause leakage in their speech.

Broken incisors may even easily lead to tooth decay and periodontal disease, and may cause temporomandibular joint lesions. Long-term unilateral tooth loss can also lead to a habit of unilateral chewing, resulting in facial asymmetry and joint symptoms.

Therefore, when a child's front teeth are broken, timely treatment is needed.