My daughter is almost 3 and is getting her teeth done at the hospital under a general and I am very nervous and scared for her. I cant help but feel bad because the reason she has cavities is because I took so long to take her off the bottle and have slacked off in brushing. Has anyone else been through this situation and know what it is like after you child wakes up, and what could go wrong?
2007-01-15 14:32:08 · 6 answers · asked by fiestyroo 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Cavities are caused by a) genetics and b) bacteria.
The genetics control the thickness of the enamel and the acidity of the saliva and the certain strains of bacteria cause more problems than others but you can't really control what kind of bacteria you get. (Although c-sections increase the risk of early cavities because hopital bacteria is just nasty)
So yes not brushing didn't help, but it probably isn't really all your fault.
2007-01-15 14:37:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I know exactly how your feeling. My daughter had to have surgery at 18 months on her front baby teeth, due to a fall. They generally wake up groggy and a little cranky, but mostly sleep on and off all day. The doctor will probably give you some ibuprofen or acetaminophen to ease the soreness (which will be minimal). Make sure you don't let her see you nervous or worried. Let her know it's going to be a great day & when she wakes up she will have the most beautiful, clean teeth of any little girl around. She will be great, it's you that will need the tranquillizer. :)
On another note, it's very easy to slack off on brushing (been there), but it will land you right back where you are now & she will grow up thinking that brushing her teeth isn't really important. Take a deep breath, smile and you will be fine.
2007-01-15 14:52:33 · answer #2 · answered by belle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope that a pediatric anesthesiologist will be there. If not, I would go to a larger hospital that has one. There is a difference in training for a ped. anesthesiologist than a general one. My son vomitted severely all night after having general anesthesia. It was horrible, but normal. Do wait to give her solids and follow the doctor's advice. My son has to have some cavities filled, but they plan to use a sedative and local. You may want to look into other options. Good luck. I know how you feel!
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2007-01-15 16:35:45 · answer #3 · answered by JLecochildsplay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Awww, don't feel bad. These are her baby teeth, just start taking very good care of them after she gets the work done. Brush your teeth with her, and let her gargle water while you gargle mouth wash.
After she wakes up her mouth might be puffy, but there won't be any pain. She may have a headache, but it'll go away quick.
Be glad they are doing it while she is out, or else she may fear the dentist and the experience would be worse.
You may want to cut back on sweet things, and offer more vegetables and fruits. Apples or celery and peanut butter are great snack alternatives.
2007-01-15 14:38:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's why brushing is so important.
She'll eventually lose those teeth but for now she's stuck with them.
The best I can recommend is after her teeth are professionally cleaned, keep her on a regular 3 or 4 times a day brushing schedule, make sure she doesn't eat sugar-laden foods and drinks like candy and soda. Good luck.
2007-01-15 16:25:47 · answer #5 · answered by daryavaush 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was never in that situation before,but to go under general there is always a great risk.You should avoid that as much as you can.God help you and your kid to be safe.
2007-01-15 15:41:43 · answer #6 · answered by avavu 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋