What should be done about a child's protruding front teeth?
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What should be done about a child's protruding front teeth?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Chao
When a child is found to have protruding front teeth (overjet), the following measures can be taken:
1. Take the child to see a dentist for diagnosis and evaluation. The dentist will develop an appropriate treatment plan based on the child's age, severity of the overjet, and underlying causes.
2. If the child is in the primary dentition or mixed dentition stage and the overjet is mild, observation and early intervention may be recommended, such as correcting不良 oral habits like finger-sucking or lip-biting.
3. If the overjet is more pronounced, early orthodontic treatment may be necessary, using removable appliances to guide the normal growth and development of teeth and jaws.
4. For children in the permanent dentition stage with severe overjet, comprehensive orthodontic treatments may be required, including fixed appliances or tooth extraction as part of the correction process.
If a child is found to have protruding front teeth, prompt medical attention should be sought.
