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11 Yo Needs Braces Still Has 1 Baby Tooth
Asked by M.G. from San Antonio
on January 22, 2009
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Hello moms, I took my 11 yo in for a cleaning, the dentist suggested we get him braces, but he still has 1 baby tooth that needs to come out. He stated that, that wasn...
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- Hi M., I just wanted to tell you that my daughter is 14 years old and she also had 1 more baby tooth and we waited from age 11. She finally got them in December 20...
- Hi M.. You have not said who will be putting the braces on. I live in Canada and we go to an Orthodontist for braces. It doesn't make sense to me to put braces on a ch...
- I am 24 and just last year got one baby tooth removed and still have one more. And to top that off the baby tooth i got removed, a new tooth never came back. so you sh...
How Long Should Braces Stay On?
Asked by T.R. from Dallas
on July 21, 2011
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hello moms,
I was wondering if there is a standard time frame for braces or it depends on the individual situation? I am asking because my daughter and my friends da...
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- Depends. And trust the Dentist, unless you also are a dentist and can do it yourself.
- Oh it definitely depends on what needs to be moved/corrected in each individual. I had them for 3 years, but during that time, I also had my jaw widened and pushed ou...
- It ultimately is determined on an individual basis but I have noticed the faster you pay for them the faster they come off. For example, if the orthodontist tells you...
When Did You Start the Orthodontics Process with Your Kids?
Asked by A.P. from Austin
on May 3, 2008
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Our dentist has said we need to start the orthodontics process with our 7yo. This feels awfully young to me. I remember hearing vague murmurings in the past that if ...
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- My grandson has an overbite, and the dentist said when his back molars finish coming in, he should start braces. he's 6 and a half, so i guess for some conditions, ear...
- It all depends on what needs to be done. I began orthodontic work when I was 7. I needed lots of things done. I did not completely finish until I was 20 yrs old. My da...
- i had braces when i was young. i started out having them on my top front teeth when i was in second grade. i don't remember when i got the full set, but i know i did...
Seeking Suggestions for Battles with 4-Year-old
Asked by A.W. from Springfield
on March 17, 2008
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When we tell our 4-year-old son to get dressed, brush his teeth, etc., he is so slow to respond and obey. You have to practically sit on him while he dresses or it wou...
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- Go on line and check out Growing Child. It is excellent, objective, talks about the range of healthy - not just this or that, but these - has been around over 30 years...
- We are having similar issues with my 3+ year old. I too believe it is all about control. At this age they start to understand that a lot of people have the power of co...
- I have found that children love timers. You may want to try setting a timer (like a digital kitchen timer), and making a "game" out of getting ready. He may find it ...
My 4 Yr Old 'S Visit with the Pediatric Dentist
Asked by S.K. from Los Angeles
on April 15, 2011
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So, we've been going to this dentist since she was 18 months, once a year. The first 2 visits were fine, no cleaning. The dentist just looked and 'counted' her teeth...
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- Second opinion, and don't be afraid to switch dentists. Then find out how often your insurance covers x-rays; many only cover them 1x year.
- Just because other people tolerate her doesn't mean you have to. I'd look for another opinion if you are concerned. From your side of the story it almost sounds like...
- My daughter is 5 and has been going to a pediatric dentist every 6 months since she was 3. They do take X-rays to see how the teeth are growing, and to see if there ar...
Nightmares for Toddlers?
Asked by J.T. from Chicago
on March 22, 2010
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My son is 19 months and since he turned 6 months has been pretty good about going to sleep on his own. Once in awhile he has difficulty sleeping and will wake up in t...
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- If you think it may be teething, try some Motrin before bed. It can take the edge off and keep him from waking up due to the pain. My son is 23 months and has been "...
- Hi J.. It's probably not nightmares. According to Pediatrician Dr. Spock, children begin having nightmares between the ages of 3 -- 6. Your son is still a little yo...
- Keep in mind that MANY times, a child/baby/toddler has multiple things going on at that SAME time... so its not easy for them. It can range from teething to growth-spu...
5 Year Old Putting Things in Her Mouth
Asked by P.P. from Chicago
on April 19, 2009
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I'm not sure if this is something to be expected but it is driving me crazy. My 5 year old daughter has started to put things in her mouth. For the past four months ...
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- Like the Previous poster, I'm just here to tell you that you are not alone. My daughter will be 6 soon and has been doing this for months! It started out just as fin...
- Ditto here! My 5 year old has been putting his fingers in his mouth for a couple months now and will chew on the sleeve of his shirt too. I'm not sure what's going o...
- My kids are 10. I never had to run after them when they were little to pull something out of their mouths. Now, constantly tell them to get the pencil, penny, Lego, ...
2.5-Month-old Teething?
Asked by R.L. from Rochester
on September 8, 2008
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hello -- I have a beautiful 2.5-month-old son and usually he is pretty good. Sometimes he has his moods, but don't we all? Anyway, all day today he has been crying, sl...
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- I have 23 month twins and the "older" one cut his first tooth at 12 weeks - so anything is possible. We thought it was too early to teethe too, but guess not. :) The ...
- My first two children also teethed early. With my first I wasn't expecting it that early and just thought he was a cranky baby. On his four month birthday I noticed ...
- He definetly could be-or he's hungry! I would wait a few days longer and see how it goes.....good luck ( he may be ready for cereal)
3 Year Old Needs a Filling-yikes!
Asked by J.K. from Raleigh
on January 13, 2009
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My daughter is 3 and went to the dentist for the first time recently. We are very good about brushing her teeth and showing her how to do it as well. My daughter som...
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- Dear J., I went through this same problem with my daughter who is now almost 8. I got two opinions, then ultimately decided to NOT get it filled because 1. -it would ...
- no, this needs to be done, it will only get worse and her tooth will not fall out till around the age of 7-8! Thats 4-5 more years with a cavity. The corrosion will ev...
- J., My son had a similar experience at about the same age. His dentist came right out and said - you might think it's not really necessary to fill a baby tooth but t...
First Time Mom
Asked by J. from Philadelphia
on January 19, 2009
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Hi, Everyone
I have a couple of questions for everyone out there.
1. my son is 2 yr old and i think he is having problems with molars could this be i thought al...
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- Hey, My daughter is now 3 1/2. Just so you know, they do get a 2 year molar. As far as the vitamins go...I started my daughter on the children's vitamins when she d...
- On the bowel movement issue. Maybe he's getting too much juice in his diet, or too much fruit. This could cause a problem not only in babies and children, but adults...
- Hi J.- 1. We had issues right when my son turned two with teeth also. I asked the ped and my dentist and they both said that there is one set of molars that come i...
