What happens when children have hypoplastic tooth enamel?

Nowadays, many children have some oral problems at a young age. For some infants and young children who have just grown teeth, if their teeth do not grow well, they feel that their teeth are particularly brittle, and there are some yellow marks on their teeth, then it is very likely caused by enamel hypoplasia, also known as brittle teeth. So what is the cause of enamel hypoplasia in children? And how should it be treated!

According to the nature of the pathogenicity, it is divided into two types: enamel dysplasia and enamel malmineralization. The former is caused by the disorder of enamel matrix formation, and there are substantial defects clinically. The latter is caused by normal matrix formation but poor mineralization, and there may be no substantial defects clinically.

Local factors Infection or trauma to deciduous teeth can directly damage the developing permanent tooth germs underneath. Systemic factors include high fever diseases in infancy and childhood; severe indigestion, rickets; severe nutritional disorders; the mother suffering from rubella, toxemia during pregnancy, etc. Genetic factors.

Treatment principles: To prevent the occurrence of caries, cosmetic restorations can be performed on the front teeth. Treatment method: For mild enamel hypoplasia and individual teeth, the focus is on preventing caries. Remineralizing solutions and fluoride can be applied to the tooth surface. For severe cases, fluoride application or pit and fissure sealants should be used to prevent caries. Deep depressions should be filled preventively. Severe defects can be repaired with photosensitive resin veneers or shell crowns. Efficacy evaluation and treatment: After treatment, there is a certain improvement in the dental caries defects caused by enamel hypoplasia. Cosmetic restoration of anterior teeth can achieve satisfactory results.

Do a good job in maternal and child health care. Treat caries in deciduous teeth promptly. Have a checkup once a year to understand the condition of the covered teeth, including gingivitis, discoloration, or tooth loss.

Children must pay attention to maternal and child health care. They should be taken to the oral department of the hospital for regular dental examinations. They should also pay attention to oral hygiene, brush their teeth in time, choose some toothpaste and toothbrush suitable for them, and try to choose toothbrushes with soft bristles. Check whether they have gingivitis or other dental problems, and treat them in time.