Caring for your child's teeth must begin at the earliest possible opportunity, as soon as teeth begin to erupt from the gums. This is generally when a baby is six months old, but it can happen even earlier. Teeth can be vulnerable to corrosive forces from the very beginning, and even something as seemingly innocent as your baby's bottle can contribute to various dental problems—most notably a condition known as baby bottle tooth decay.
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As if the parents of a newborn baby don't worry enough, they often have to deal with the fact that their bundle of joy is experiencing acid reflux. When babies spit up, the contents of their stomachs are regurgitated back into their mouths (and often dribbles out). This is because the muscles that keep stomach contents where they belong (the lower esophageal sphincter) haven't yet fully developed. Most babies simply grow out of this form of reflux.
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Misalignment is a common tooth problem that can cause you pain or chewing problems. Additionally, conditions such as overbites can cause your teeth to protrude, and that may affect your confidence. Fortunately, you can get orthodontic treatment such as braces or Invisalign to straighten your teeth. However, you need to visit your orthodontist at the right time before the misalignment worsens for faster results and cost-effective treatment. Here are signs that you should visit an orthodontic clinic.
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Anybody who has been a new parent at one point or another in their life can tell you that parenting a young child is rarely easy. There is so much to keep in mind at all times, especially regarding your child's health. Fortunately, communities of experts can make many things much less worrisome for new parents, and this is true of pediatric dental specialists as well. If you have a newborn at home (or on the way), take a look at just three of the things you'll want to bring up soon with your preferred pediatric dentist.
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Can you choose Invisalign braces if you've already had orthodontic treatment? If this isn't your first experience with orthodonture, take a look at what you need to know about these invisible or clear aligners.
Clear Aligners and Braces
You already have the traditional metal bracket and wire type of braces. But now you want to try clear aligners. Can you swap one type of device for the other mid-treatment?
There isn't one universal answer to this question.
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