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A member asked:
16mth old has decalcification marks according to dentist on top-central incisors, can this lead to tooth decay? if so, can i prevent it?
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Yes: This would be a question for your dentist. He/she may be able to apply a protective solution. All the best.
Answered 8/24/2015
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Cause?: Can be from putting child to bed with a bottle, from not wiping their baby teeth at least 2x/day, or from developmental abnormality. Decalcification, loss of calcium, means tooth more susceptible to decay. Lots of solutions. Talk to your Dentist, or even better, ask for referral to Pediatric Dental Specialist.
Answered 6/28/2016
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Fluoride vitamins: Decalcification can lead to decay. Make sure that fluoride supplements via drops are given if the water is not fluoridated and have the area checked to make sure incipient caries is not evident.
Answered 8/25/2015
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Common Concern: Make sure to brush your teeth with a prescribed fluoridated tooth paste and maintain meticulous oral hygiene to avoid decalcification areas from worsening.
Answered 9/12/2015
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