tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post114158640092987265..comments2024-03-11T07:24:11.177-07:00Comments on Pediatric Dentistry: Permanent Teeth Coming in Behind Baby TeethDr. Dean Brandonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-48638770378050063852008-05-13T04:46:00.000-07:002008-05-13T04:46:00.000-07:00I know this is a common problem and there are a lo...I know this is a common problem and there are a lot of comments on this subject here, so I am temporarily discontinuing comments on this post. I hope you can find the info you need here and elsewhere on the blog.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-77785897500933823872008-05-13T04:44:00.000-07:002008-05-13T04:44:00.000-07:00Well, removing baby teeth (or disking--and sometim...Well, removing baby teeth (or disking--and sometimes disking is not needed) makes more room in the front for the erupting teeth. However, the inherent crowding is still there and usually must be resolved with some kind of treatment later on. So, if crowding is the reason teeth were removed, then it is likely that braces might be needed later on.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-17213904269206197702008-05-12T21:36:00.000-07:002008-05-12T21:36:00.000-07:00Today, the dentist removed my 6 yr old's two botto...Today, the dentist removed my 6 yr old's two bottom and its apparent that there is not enough room for permanent teeth to make there way to the front. She did not want to remove the other two teeth for fear of too much space. I was told to wait to see how they turn out. What's the likely hood of the other teeth shifting and making room for the newcomers? I wonder why they didn't mention "disking" as an option. Should we start saving for the orthodontic fund?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-5785063599481626472008-05-12T19:12:00.000-07:002008-05-12T19:12:00.000-07:00It can be a while till some teeth come in after th...It can be a while till some teeth come in after they naturally fall out. An x-ray might be recommended by your dentist if you are concerned. I would have your dentist take a look to give an informed opinion and to rule out other conditions as well.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-86996397335133796592008-05-12T08:06:00.000-07:002008-05-12T08:06:00.000-07:00My son is 6 and has lost 7 teeth with no sign of a...My son is 6 and has lost 7 teeth with no sign of a permanent coming in. Its been about 7 months since the first one came out. When should I be concerned about this?<BR/><BR/>Oh, he was a 26 week preemie, i have been told this affects teeth sometimes? Have you heard this? He was on o2 for 4 months and intubated for 6 weeks?<BR/><BR/>Michellemom2twinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00076427524607099330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-47757989034303038802008-05-06T18:13:00.000-07:002008-05-06T18:13:00.000-07:00I do see malformed/malpositioned teeth from time t...I do see malformed/malpositioned teeth from time to time. Some don't form at all. One way to treat a missing tooth (it basically is not from what you say), is as you say. Another way is to close the space with braces. Your orthodontist will advise on the best for you.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-29948944093071532862008-05-06T12:05:00.000-07:002008-05-06T12:05:00.000-07:00Dr. Brandon,My 14 year old had 4 baby teeth extra...Dr. Brandon,<BR/><BR/>My 14 year old had 4 baby teeth extracted to make way for the permanent teeth and braces. After 2 years, one of the permanent teeth have not erupted. The orthodonist says the tooth is lying sideways in the gum and does not have a developed root. They suggest we do oral surgery to remove it and at 18, implant a tooth. Is this sound advice? Is it possible the permanent tooth was damaged in the extraction process? Does that ever happen? THANKS SO MUCH!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-75278577470197565392008-04-29T05:15:00.000-07:002008-04-29T05:15:00.000-07:00I usually don't let the baby teeth stay there too ...I usually don't let the baby teeth stay there too long. I give the kids a few weeks to get them out if the new ones are erupted. The longer a permanent tooth stays out of place the less the chance it will move into a proper position on it's own. still your pediatric dentist is the one who looked at it, so I cannot advise.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-21346729030134032852008-04-28T23:59:00.000-07:002008-04-28T23:59:00.000-07:00My daughter turned 5 in January, 2008 and has two ...My daughter turned 5 in January, 2008 and has two front lower permanent teeth coming behind her baby teeth. Her dentist said we do not need to worry about it...she can wait until she turns 6 to lose the baby teeth. They are a little wiggly already. Should we let the baby teeth fall out on their own or let her wiggle them until they fall out? We are concerned that if we wait another 8 months and the babyteeth are still there, would the permanent teeth grow crooked.....Please help us...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-63624661026701809552008-03-29T20:27:00.000-07:002008-03-29T20:27:00.000-07:00Good question: If a patient presents with this, I...Good question: If a patient presents with this, I usually say if you can't get it out (the baby tooth or teeth) in a couple of weeks (two or three), then we need to get it out for you.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-61288852633848527342008-03-29T19:32:00.000-07:002008-03-29T19:32:00.000-07:00Hi there...I was curious to know how long do you l...Hi there...I was curious to know how long do you leave the "shark teeth" before taking action and getting them removed? <BR/>Thank youAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-67307936273435365912008-03-27T19:01:00.000-07:002008-03-27T19:01:00.000-07:00It's not too soon to see the dentist. Have them t...It's not too soon to see the dentist. Have them take a look to relieve your concerns. It's not an uncommon occurrence.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-90015920276432303412008-03-27T18:13:00.000-07:002008-03-27T18:13:00.000-07:00My 5 1/2 year old daughter's bottom front tooth ca...My 5 1/2 year old daughter's bottom front tooth came out yet the permanent tooth had already begun to come in. Only the top of the permanent tooth had come through, but it is VERY crooked: almost lying at a 45 degree angle to the tooth next to it. Might this be caused by roots still in her gums? The baby tooth next to it is very loose, but no tooth appearing behind it yet. Is it too soon to see the dentist? Will they have to pull it? All I can think of are braces!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-20188712366007580292008-03-06T14:15:00.000-08:002008-03-06T14:15:00.000-08:00My sons baby teeth (all four) did this. They all ...My sons baby teeth (all four) did this. They all eventually moved forward except one front top tooth. I repeatedly asked the dentist to PLEASE pull it, but he kept refusing. Now he is sending me to an orthodontist because it's not coming forward. I am pretty frustrated. He keeps telling me it wouldn't have made a difference. I beg to differ. What do you think?Kathryn Crousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01817672781962039962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-6743289822531853302008-02-13T18:40:00.000-08:002008-02-13T18:40:00.000-08:00Seems like an ok timeframe to me.Seems like an ok timeframe to me.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-32016273710968706622008-02-13T14:34:00.000-08:002008-02-13T14:34:00.000-08:00My daughter is 5 and a half and has two teeth grow...My daughter is 5 and a half and has two teeth growing in behind her bottom baby teeth. The dentist says even though the tooth is loose, the gums don't seem to move underneath. He says that he will need to extract them with anaesthesia. I made an appointment for 1 month from now. One of the permanent teeth is halfway in. Is a month too long to wait?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-35753239472031094862008-01-14T05:28:00.000-08:002008-01-14T05:28:00.000-08:00My daughter is 5 1/2. I just noticed today morning...My daughter is 5 1/2. I just noticed today morning that she is getting "extra" or "permenant" teeth behind her baby teeth. Your article is very helpful and educational. Thanks, I will have to call dentist right away.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-35288491693691493932008-01-11T13:22:00.000-08:002008-01-11T13:22:00.000-08:00My daughter is 17 months and she have 6 teeth on t...My daughter is 17 months and she have 6 teeth on top the one on the back right is in but there is one comming in right behide it ,what should i do?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-8140692679931697392008-01-08T17:48:00.000-08:002008-01-08T17:48:00.000-08:00Sometimes it does not fall out fast enough. If th...Sometimes it does not fall out fast enough. If they are loose and fall out within a couple of weeks I don't worry. You can read my opinions here.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-16226210300013471702008-01-08T17:45:00.000-08:002008-01-08T17:45:00.000-08:00My son is seven and a half and has not lost a sing...My son is seven and a half and has not lost a single baby tooth yet.(Nothing is even loose).Today I noticed that a permanent tooth came in behind the baby tooth on the bottom left.The dentist says this is perfectly normal and that we need to just wait for the baby tooth to fall out.Is there something to be concerned about?Should I get another opinion?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-83246983607785457592008-01-05T07:07:00.000-08:002008-01-05T07:07:00.000-08:00Yes, it can be up to 6 months before I see perman...Yes, it can be up to 6 months before I see permanent teeth erupting when they fall out normally--could be longer with knocked out teeth. Normal time for upper front teeth to come in: 7-8 years of age.Dr. Dean Brandonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709454067987829233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-21981117429314355832008-01-04T16:55:00.000-08:002008-01-04T16:55:00.000-08:00Hi! I have a 6 year old daughter she loose her 2 f...Hi! I have a 6 year old daughter she loose her 2 front upper teeth by accident last October 2007 and I am worried because its been almost 3 months and her permanent teeth did not come out yet. Is this normal?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-56522466816091009472007-12-25T22:48:00.000-08:002007-12-25T22:48:00.000-08:00I am 21 years old and I have a full grown adult to...I am 21 years old and I have a full grown adult tooth behind another adult tooth that used to have a baby tooth when I was younger. The dentist told my mother not to worry about it,that the baby tooth will fall out on it's own.Well thats not the case hear I am at 21 and that back tooth wants to move in. Hurting my gumes. Now I am trying to find a dentist that will finally help me.<BR/>When they insist on waiting for your childs baby teeth to fall out on it's own keep an eye on it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-72223109049930108732007-12-20T14:20:00.000-08:002007-12-20T14:20:00.000-08:00I just returned from the dentist where my 6 yr old...I just returned from the dentist where my 6 yr old had his front tooth pulled because of his permanent tooth coming in behind. I was wondering if I had done the right thing. I finally looked at the tooth - the root is very long & crooked. I googled & found this site. I feel better after this article. Thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16472438.post-29482350864126416542007-12-18T16:42:00.000-08:002007-12-18T16:42:00.000-08:00Well, this is exactly what my daughter has going o...Well, this is exactly what my daughter has going on. Thanks for a very informative article, and I guess we'll be calling Dr. Steingold!SafeTinspectorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10270872012571601820noreply@blogger.com