Molar Incisor Hypomineralization / Chalky Teeth
Does your child have oral sensitivity or pain when they eat or after brushing? Do their teeth seem chalky and granular?
Have you seen any white or brown stains on your child's teeth?
If so, Chalky Teeth, also known as Molar Incisor Hypomineralization, has an impact on your child's teeth.
The name of the ailment implies that the Molar (back) and Incisor (front) teeth have undergone hypomineralization.
Your child's teeth's enamel, which is the outer layer, can become hypomineralized. The enamel of the teeth is in this state when it should include more minerals to keep the teeth strong and healthy. It makes enamel look abrasive, porous, and soft. The tooth enamel becomes softer as a result of hypomineralization, making it more vulnerable to damage and decay.
This ailment is also known as Chalky teeth because the teeth appear to be a chalky white colour.
What causes chalky teeth (molar incisor hypomineralisation)?
Molar Incisor hypomineralization has unfortunate unidentified aetiology. Numerous elements have been put forth, including:
1. Medical issues during pregnancy and genetic issues.
2. Child health issues, such as fevers.
3. Poor diet.
Symptoms/Signs of Molar Incisor
Hypomineralisation (MIH)
These broad recommendations will help you care for your child’s teeth once fluoride varnish has been applied. For any additional particular instructions, check with your child’s doctor.
- Teeth that feel grainy or chalky
- Teeth with bright white dots
- Teeth with light brown stains
- Cream, yellow, or brown spots on the teeth
- Teeth that are readily broken
- Food sensitivity to heat or cold
- Pain while consuming
- Toothache following tooth brushing
Steps to good dental health
- Regular dental visits with a pediatric dentist
- Obtaining adequate fluoride
- routinely flossing and brushing
- eating healthy
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