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My 17 month old has severe tooth decay, is it too late to go to the dentist?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No get help: Dental caries in infants need to be treated as soon as possible. A pediatric dentist or childrens' hospital dental clinic can care for the child in a setting geared towards young ones. The baby teeth are important to care for to allow for adult teeth to come into place and permit the child to have a good diet. While waiting for the dental visit, you need to brush the child's teeth daily.
Answered 2/3/2017
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GO NOW!: It's never too late. Please go now, before infection spreads. Your dentist may want to refer you to a pediatric dental specialist. Don't delay!
Answered 5/3/2014
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