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My Baby Was Born With A Tooth – What Do I Do?
Believe it or not – some babies are actually born with teeth!
Teeth that babies are born with, called Neonatal teeth, may not be fully developed. They may be brown or yellow-tinted in appearance because the hard coating of the tooth would not have mineralized yet. Their roots are not usually completely formed yet either, so they may be loose.
These neonatal teeth can make it difficult for a baby to nurse properly by keeping them from making a good suction with their lips. If they do not have roots or are extremely loose, there is a danger of the tooth falling out and the baby choking on it or swallowing it. Sometimes neonatal teeth can be sharp and cause ulcers or sores on the tongue and lips.
If the neonatal tooth or teeth cause problems for the baby, removal may be necessary. This is very easy because neonatal teeth don’t have developed roots like normal baby teeth or adult teeth. It is hardly even necessary to use anesthetic.
If the tooth or teeth are not causing problems, it may be best to leave it alone and keep a close watch.
We would set up an appointment for your baby to take a look and determine the best course of action.
Please call our office at (336)887-9277 or contact us via our Web site if you suspect your baby has a neonatal tooth or if you have any further questions.
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