Question 1

when are all deciduous teeth gone?

Accepted Answer

Primary teeth: Deciduous (primary teeth) are all gone when there are none left in your mouth. This usually occurs when you are in your early to mid teens. In some instances, people can over-retain a primary tooth into their adulthood.

Question 2

how can resorption work in the exfoliation of deciduous teeth?

Accepted Answer

Root-b-gone: Resorption of the roots of deciduous teeth triggered in part by the advancing permanent teeth is why they get loose and fall out easily.

Question 3

if the deciduous teeth are eventually replaced by permanent teeth , why do you get them in the first place?

Accepted Answer

Small mouth: When we are children our mouths are small and adult teeth would be crowded. As the mouth grows we need bigger teeth to fill it.

Question 4

at what age are all deciduous teeth lost?

Accepted Answer

Age 10 to 12 years : Last set of baby teeth to be lost are the second molars that come in around two to three years of age.

Question 5

do you think i should remove my deciduous teeth?

Accepted Answer

Why?: We can't advise you with no information supplied. What's the problem? What's the issue?

Question 6

i extracted the deciduous teeth 6 months ago, how much longer will i have to wait?

Accepted Answer

For what?: Are you 37 years old as you posted? Are you waiting for the permanent teeth to erupt? We need more information. A dentist who can examine you and see x-rays of your mouth or whomever you are referring to can answer that question for you.

Question 7

what is the endodontical treatment of a deciduous teeth or a teeth that apexification is not complete?

Accepted Answer

Answer:: A General Dentist or Pedodontist (depending upon the age of the patient) should discuss treatment options for these types of situations and refer you to an Endodontist for an evaluation and consultation. Internet research and questions on this site cannot replace one on one doctor\patient relationships and advice.

Question 8

is there a way to see if it is a baby/deciduous tooth or an adult tooth before it comes out?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is very easy: To tell the difference between a deciduous tooth and a permanent tooth.

Question 9

please help! what is the difference of crown to root ratio between deciduous and permanent teeth?

Accepted Answer

Crown to root ratios: If you re-post the question stating why you are asking the question, you will probably get a more helpful and to the point answer. Crown to root ratio is important as to strength of teeth and foundation in bone. Overwhelmingly, permanent teeth are larger, have bigger roots and are therefore stronger.

Question 10

why would a deciduous baby tooth abscess?

Accepted Answer

Decay: A deciduous tooth, like a secondary or permanent tooth can have an abscess if bacteria get into the pulp tissue. Bacteria decay the tooth, and if untreated, it can abscess. A deciduous tooth can be saved by having a root canal treatment, if a second tooth is not coming. Ask your dentist for a referral to an endodontist if they don't do root canal treatment on a primary tooth.

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