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Why is it important to wash your hands before cleaning a baby's mouth?
What is the recommended temperature of water for cleaning a baby's mouth?
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According to Dr. Joseph Sarisan, what can ignoring cavities in primary dentition lead to?
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Study Notes
Taking Care of Baby's Teeth or Mouth
- Even without teeth, it's essential to keep the baby's mouth clean to get them used to the process and to learn what feels normal.
- Wash your hands before cleaning the baby's mouth.
- Use a warm washcloth to clean the gums, and rub them gently all around the mouth.
Early Childhood Caries (Tooth Decay)
- Early childhood caries can lead to infections, premature tooth loss, and permanent changes to jawbone development, crowding, and speech and swallowing dysfunction.
- Ignoring these cavities is not an option, as they will lead to unnecessary suffering.
Sedation Dentistry for Children
- Sedation dentistry is used to help young children (2-4 years old) with early childhood caries.
- A specialist anesthesiologist is employed to ensure safe sedation.
- Biocompatible guidelines are followed during restoration procedures, such as baby root canal restoration and laser frenectomy.
- The sedation process takes around 3-5 minutes to take effect, and the child may cry initially but will eventually become calm.
Restorative Procedures
- Restorative procedures include removing gross decay with a regular burr, crown lengthening with a laser, and building up the tooth.
- A bioceramic material called Endo sequence is used to fill the tooth chamber.
- A thick mix of glass ionomer is used to create a plug to condense the Endo sequence.
Post-Procedure Care
- The area should be kept clean by gently lifting the lips and using ozone water on a gauze.
- Stretching exercises should be done to help the child recover.
Taking Care of Baby's Teeth or Mouth
- Even without teeth, it's essential to keep the baby's mouth clean to get them used to the process and to learn what feels normal.
- Wash your hands before cleaning the baby's mouth.
- Use a warm washcloth to clean the gums, and rub them gently all around the mouth.
Early Childhood Caries (Tooth Decay)
- Early childhood caries can lead to infections, premature tooth loss, and permanent changes to jawbone development, crowding, and speech and swallowing dysfunction.
- Ignoring these cavities is not an option, as they will lead to unnecessary suffering.
Sedation Dentistry for Children
- Sedation dentistry is used to help young children (2-4 years old) with early childhood caries.
- A specialist anesthesiologist is employed to ensure safe sedation.
- Biocompatible guidelines are followed during restoration procedures, such as baby root canal restoration and laser frenectomy.
- The sedation process takes around 3-5 minutes to take effect, and the child may cry initially but will eventually become calm.
Restorative Procedures
- Restorative procedures include removing gross decay with a regular burr, crown lengthening with a laser, and building up the tooth.
- A bioceramic material called Endo sequence is used to fill the tooth chamber.
- A thick mix of glass ionomer is used to create a plug to condense the Endo sequence.
Post-Procedure Care
- The area should be kept clean by gently lifting the lips and using ozone water on a gauze.
- Stretching exercises should be done to help the child recover.
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Learn how to take care of your baby's teeth and mouth with Dr. Dempsey and 4-month-old Casey. This video covers the importance of washing your hands and keeping your baby's mouth clean.