Can a six-year-old normally have cavities?
You don't want your kids to have cavities, especially if they are only six years old. But there are things you can do to help them keep from getting cavities again. You can start by taking them to the doctor regularly. You can also seal their teeth and take X-rays of them. Taking your six-year-old to the dentist for the first time can be scary. But you and your child need to learn about dental health so that the first trip to the dentist is a good one. Different types of fillings can help fix broken teeth. The materials used to make these fillings are porcelain, gold, silver amalgam, and composite resin. The purpose of these fillings is to fix teeth that have been hurt by tooth decay. Talk to your pediatric dentist about your options when deciding which filling will work best. Some children may need to be put to sleep. Sedative fillings will make a toothache less painful and may also make it less likely that saliva and bacteria will get into a tooth. Laughing gas is another option...