There are many reasons for tooth discoloration, such as those from cavities, or possibly due to inadequate oral hygiene. However, sometimes we also find that a child's teeth have not been out for long, and there are some black spots on the teeth. What is the reason for this?
In many cases, this is due to the underdevelopment of enamel, which means that the tooth bud has poor calcification during its development process. The main manifestation is that after the tooth erupts, it is uneven, lacks luster, and shows scattered spots caused by poor calcification. The tooth tissue is loose, and it is very easy to stain through pigments in food and drinks, which are difficult to remove by brushing and rinsing. In addition, poorly calcified teeth are prone to cavities, and the decay progresses rapidly.
For this kind of enamel hypoplasia, if there is no cavity, we do not need to do special treatment. We just need to pay attention to maintaining oral cleanliness and preventing cavities. Besides, salt water cotton balls can be used to wipe the teeth before going to bed. Drink more water and try not to drink carbonated beverages. Once cavities are found, they should be dealt with at the hospital in time. As for calcium supplementation, it is meaningless for the teeth that have already erupted, but it is necessary for the baby teeth that have not yet erupted and the permanent teeth that are still developing.