Cavities In Baby Teeth? Why Some Kids Get Them and Others Don’t
While tooth decay is caused by bacteria, other factors can contribute to why your child does (or does not) get cavities. Read on to learn more.
The first time my daughter complained about tooth pain was just shy of her sixth birthday. We were talking and eating dinner, chatting about school and work. About “the day.” She was enjoying her meal: chicken, mashed potatoes, and applesauce. But suddenly, when she took a bite, she complained.
“My mouth hurts,” she said.
Initially, I dismissed her discomfort. I assumed she wanted to leave the table for more fun and engaging things, like her dolls or the TV. Plus, she was 5—and 5-year-olds don’t get cavities, right? Well, they can and she did. After lodging several more complaints, we went to the dentist where she discovered numerous holes in my baby’s teeth. My child had several cavities...
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The first time my daughter complained about tooth pain was just shy of her sixth birthday. We were talking and eating dinner, chatting about school and work. About “the day.” She was enjoying her meal: chicken, mashed potatoes, and applesauce. But suddenly, when she took a bite, she complained.
“My mouth hurts,” she said.
Initially, I dismissed her discomfort. I assumed she wanted to leave the table for more fun and engaging things, like her dolls or the TV. Plus, she was 5—and 5-year-olds don’t get cavities, right? Well, they can and she did. After lodging several more complaints, we went to the dentist where she discovered numerous holes in my baby’s teeth. My child had several cavities...
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