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Surgical procedure is required or not than can be judged after clinically inspecting the case along with radiograph. After removing the milk tooth you might require braces or orthodontic appliances to bring the permanent tooth in proper orientation.

I believe there are two parts to this question a) if you got the correct advice
b) if its possible.
I'll answer the second first. Pediatric dentists handle children as young as 3 days old. Rct in 4 years old is very common and possible. However the child's compliance can not be predicted. Hence ait is strongly advised to get the procedure done by a pediatric dentist/pedodontist.
A) you have yourself written that the kid has cavities. I have no reason to believe that any wrong advice ...more

Hello, it could be stains due to food debris you need oral prophylaxis or scaling that is called full mouth teeth cleaning.
Make a vedio call or audio call with dentist to make out proper diagnosis. We are here to help you.
Tips,
.maintain proper oral hygiene. Brush your teeth twice a day morning and night.
.rinse your mouth after each and every meal.
.limit sticky food items like toffee biscuits chocolates etc. Thank you.

You have heard wrong. Ther is no such ting as "cavity wave" it takes many years to develop cavities and it is a universal phenomenon. Cavity vaccines do exist but arent very effective.

Unfortunately, the term "cavity wave" is not a recognized medical term in the context of infectious diseases. It's likely a misinterpretation or misunderstanding of a specific condition or outbreak. To address your concerns accurately, I need more information:
source of information: knowing where you heard about the "cavity wave" in china can help clarify what you might be referring to. Was it news, social media, or personal communication?
Possible conditions: could you be thinking of a ...more

All food & drink containing sugar, sticky food, dry mouth, improper oral hygiene that includes improper brushing, flossing, & tongue cleaning can cause tooth decay.
There is no medicine or vaccines to stop or prevent tooth decay.
Rampant caries progresses at a faster rate in children and it involves multiple teeth. It’s also called nursing bottle caries as the decay spreads due to feeding milk during the night & putting the baby or children to sleep without brushing. Hence early diagnos...more

If the cavity is not deep it can be filled with suitable materials but if the cavity is deep you may need a root canal. Frst you need to get n x-ray done.

Hi lybrate-user
there is no anti caries vaccine being marketed or sold in india. Be advised please.

Professional cleaning of teeth n gums r really necessary every 6 months at a dental clinic. Other than that one needs to brush twice daily and you can also use mouthwash with proper dilution to maintain oral hygiene. Dental flosses r recommended for interdental cleaning of plaque and food debris that gets trapped between teeth n create infection.

Crushing the teeth in night known as bruxism. It is bad habits.
Kids might grind their teeth for a few reasons, including: teeth that aren't aligned properly. pain, such as from an earache or teething. stress; for instance, from worry about a test or a change in routine. It causes tooth wear, headaches, facial muscle pain, discomfort during chewing, and limited mouth opening.
So basically you should consult dentist.