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★★★★★ The Transition Years: From 6 to 12 Holding Space Open for Permanent Teeth Permanent Teeth Upper Teeth T Erupt Central incisor Lateral incisor Canine (cuspid) 7-8 yrs. 8-9 yrs. 11-12 yrs. First premolar (first bicuspid) 10-11 yrs. Second premolar (second bicuspid) First molar 10-12 yrs. 6-7 yrs. Second molar 12-13 yrs. Third molar (wisdom tooth) 17-21 yrs. Lower Teeth T Erupt Third molar (wisdom tooth) 17-21 yrs. Second molar 11-13 yrs. First molar 6-7 yrs. PATIENT EDUCATION Second premolar (2nd bicuspid) 11-12 yrs. First premolar (first bicuspid) Canine (cuspid) Lateral incisor Central incisor 10-12 yrs. 9-10 yrs. 7-8 yrs. 6-7 yrs. Protect Teeth with Sealants A sealant is a material that is applied to the teeth where decay occurs most often—the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. These teeth have pits and grooves that are hard to clean, because toothbrush bristles cannot reach into them. The sealant bonds to the tooth and protects teeth from plaque and acid attacks. Sometimes a baby tooth is lost before the adult tooth beneath it is ready to erupt. If a baby tooth is lost too early, nearby teeth can tip or shift into the vacant space. When the adult tooth is ready to emerge into the space, there may not be enough room for it. The new tooth may be unable to emerge—or may emerge in a crooked position. The vacant space may also cause an adult tooth to appear before it should. If your child loses a tooth early, the dentist may recommend a space maintainer. This is a plastic or metal retainer that holds open the space left by the missing tooth. The dentist will remove this retainer once the adult tooth begins to appear. A bad bite, or malocclusion (mal-oh-CLUE-shun), is when the teeth are crowded, crooked or out of line, or the jaws don't meet properly. A bad bite may first be noticed between the ages of 6 and 12, when the adult or permanent teeth are starting to come in. Here are problems that can occur with a malocclusion: TOOTH GROOVE TOOTHBRUSH BRISTLE Even a toothbrush bristle is too big to reach inside the groove. Tooth surface before a sealant is applied T Tooth surface protected Tooth by a sealant It's more difficult to keep teeth and gums clean, and this may increase the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. • • Crooked, crowded teeth may keep the jaws from developing properly. • Teeth that are out of line are more likely to get worn down than healthy, straight teeth. • Sealing a tooth is fast and painless. Sealants can last several years before they need to be reapplied. Ask your dentist if sealants will help your child. • A bad bite or crooked teeth may make children feel less confident about their looks. Some severe malocclusions may even keep a person from eating and speaking normally. Early treatment may help prevent a bad bite or make it less severe. That's why it is a good idea for children to have their bites checked by a dentist before the age of seven. If braces or another treatment are needed, the dentist may refer your child to an orthodontist (a dentist with a specialty in treating bite problems). 16 BABIES AND CHILDREN A space maintainer holds open space for a permanent tooth. Braces and Bad Bites 17 W110 W177 YoUr CHilD'S teetH YoUr CHilD'S FirSt ViSit to tHe DentiSt BESt SEllEr Our best-selling children's brochure! This invaluable, illustrated booklet inspires parents to set a good example in caring for their children's teeth up to age 12. Starting with advice for expectant mothers, Your Child's Teeth goes over home care techniques for children, nutrition, fluoride, and the importance of regular dental visits. Tips on teething, early childhood caries and thumb sucking are included; encourages parents to establish a dental home for their baby. Parents of older children are coached on sealants, bite development, and injury prevention. Features updated dentition charts and a dental emergencies section to tear and save. BESt SEllEr Spread the message that preventive dental care for children can save time, money and teeth. This brochure reviews early oral development and the causes of decay, featuring a decay photo and updated primary dentition chart. Encourages parents to take babies to the dentist before their first birthday, establishing a dental home. Highlights fluoride treatments and dental sealants as well as giving tips for a positive dental visit. W177 English QTY MEMBER RETAIL 50 $33.00 $49.50 100 $59.00 50 per pack $261.00 $387.00 50 per pack QTY MEMBER RETAIL 50 $26.00 $39.00 $45.50 $68.25 500 $192.00 $288.00 1,000 $325.00 $487.50 $391.50 1,000 5.5" x 8.5" $88.50 500 ADA_Catalog_PRINT_9.5.indb 70 W110 6 panels 100 20 page booklet W230 Spanish 70 PERSONALIZE IT #DAB006 See page 87 $580.50 o r D e r BY PH o n e: 80 0.947. 4746 9/5/13 11:37 AM