my four year old has all of her teeth (she had 12 root canals when she was 3 1/2 but not on the bottom front teeth) but she has been complaining of a lot of pain on all of her teeth not in just one place she just cut two back molers that she isn't supposed to have yet on the bottom but now she has to new teeth coming in in the front (bottom) but they are coming behind the teeth that are already there and it is not time for all of these teeth yet? her dentist doesn't get back from vacation until 01-06-08 and her apointment isn't until 01-18-08 so i don't really know what they will do so if you have any advice it would be greatly appreciated thanks in advance!!! i just want to know if you have been through it or possably know someone who has been or even if you are a dentist please help thank you again
2007-12-17 05:35:54 · 8 answers · asked by momma 4 in Health ➔ Dental
and by the way i don't want anybody to be a jerk like that guy tone or whatever his name is
2007-12-17 05:42:47 · update #1
btw she does brush her teeth and ppl don't need to be such jerks on here this is supposed to be where i can ask a ? and not be judged you ppl think just because ppl can't msg you back then you can put whatever you want i think if you are that way you all should be reported which i will do if you are rude so answer carefully!!!
2007-12-17 05:50:59 · update #2
I don't get concerned when the secondary teeth come in a little early or a bit late--so long as they come in. Delayed eruption is more of a concern, as it may indicate inadequate room for the teeth or some other problem.
As far as coming in behind the primary (baby) teeth--this is perfectly normal. They come in this way more often than not. Usually the pressure of the tongue eventually tips them forward into the correct position.
The pain may be related to the six-year molars coming in, but since you say there is "a lot" of pain it would be a good idea to have her checked when your dentist returns.
Good luck,
Steve Bornfeld, DDS
2007-12-17 05:52:09 · answer #1 · answered by Steven B 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
She very well could be getting her permanent teeth, it is a little early, but not abnormal. Usually the primary teeth come out before the permanent teeth come in, sometimes they need to be extracted. Make sure that she is brushing well, you don't get a second chance with the permanent teeth, and want them to be as healthy as possible, they need to last her a lifetime. You may need to assist her with this, as 4 year olds do not have the motor skills to do a thorough job. If she is still eating and drinking normally just wait until her dentist gets back and call them to see what they think. I would treat her with over the counter pain meds (like tylenol) if she is experiencing a lot of pain, or having trouble sleeping. If the problem is interfering with her eating/sleeping I would contact her pediatrician to seek their advice. She will be fine, so don't worry. Good Luck to you!!
2007-12-17 05:54:46 · answer #2 · answered by Molly R 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Baby teeth don't have roots to do a root canal on. Perhaps she just has caps? My advice would be ibuprofin and tylenol for pain and contact the pediatrician. And teeth come in when they come in. Some kids get them early, some late.
2007-12-17 05:45:49 · answer #3 · answered by Rebeckah 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You ramble excessively.
If the child has this much pain, call her pediatrician and explain or go to ER. 12 root canals?are you kidding on baby teeth...never heard of such a thing. It is time for teeth to come in. My son lost his baby teeth between 4 and 5 and his new teeth came in right away. She may have to have them pulled since the root canals. Get to a doctor.
2007-12-17 05:39:21 · answer #4 · answered by tone 6 · 3⤊ 3⤋
I don't believe they do root canals on baby teeth. and if your 4 year old needs them maybe she needs to BRUSH HER TEETH! cut out the sweets ...and brush.!
2007-12-17 05:46:12 · answer #5 · answered by th25tina 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
HELLO MOMMA,
OK, SO YOUR CHILD HAD 12 PULPOTOMIES. THAT'S QUITE A LOT. THIS TELLS ME HER DIET CONTAINS MUCH SUGAR AND SHE DOESN'T BRUSH VERY WELL.
ADVICE= TEACH HER BETTER BRUSHING HABITS AND CUT BACK ON HER SWEETS INTAKE IN HER DIET.
UNTIL SHE CAN SEE HER DENTIST GIVE HER SOME CHILDREN'S MOTRIN TO HELP HER PAIN.
2007-12-17 05:56:03 · answer #6 · answered by Dr. Albert, DDS, (USA) 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
go to the hospital and maybe they could give her some painkillers
2007-12-17 05:40:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
sorry
2007-12-17 05:37:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋