{"id":40,"date":"2020-06-15T16:45:06","date_gmt":"2020-06-15T16:45:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=40"},"modified":"2020-07-15T16:45:18","modified_gmt":"2020-07-15T16:45:18","slug":"the-dos-and-donts-of-pulling-baby-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/15\/the-dos-and-donts-of-pulling-baby-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dos and Don\u2019ts to Pulling Baby Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Little_girl_with_missing_tooth__.jpg\" alt=\"Little girl missing her tooth\" class=\"wp-image-41\" width=\"318\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Little_girl_with_missing_tooth__.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Little_girl_with_missing_tooth__-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Little_girl_with_missing_tooth__-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 318px) 100vw, 318px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Losing a tooth is an\nexciting right of passage for children! Around the age of six or seven, the\nroots of their primary teeth (aka \u201cbaby\u201d teeth) dissolve to make room for their\npermanent set. This ensures that the experience is as pain-free as possible. However,\nsometimes the process is not as smooth as you and your child would like, which\ncan lead you to consider pulling it out yourself. Before you try the old \u201ctie a\nstring to a doorknob\u201d solution, read the below <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/\">dentist<\/a>-recommended dos and\ndon\u2019ts for pulling baby teeth: &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 Dos of Pulling\nBaby Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Explain the procedure ahead of time<\/strong> \u2013 This\ncan take away some of the fear and anxiety that can develop around losing a\ntooth. A great place to start is with books that depict the process of losing a\ntooth. You can also show them movies or games that have a courageous leading character\nwho overcomes their fear. This can help encourage them when they feel scared.<\/li><li><strong>Wash your hands thoroughly before touching\nthe tooth<\/strong> \u2013 Did you know your hands can hold up to five million bacteria?\nTo prevent germs from entering your child\u2019s mouth and potentially resulting in\ninfection, it is important to wash them before attempting to wiggle or pull the\ntooth. You can also use some tissue or gauze to gently grab the tooth and stop\nany minor bleeding.<\/li><li><strong>Encourage your child to continue to wiggle\nthe tooth<\/strong> \u2013 While ideally, your child\u2019s tooth would come out on the first\ntry, it rarely happens that way. Instead of continuing to pull and tug on the\ntooth, simply encourage your child to continue to wiggle it to make it looser.<\/li><li><strong>Ensure that no remaining fragments are left\nafter the tooth is pulled<\/strong> \u2013 When the big moment arrives, it is important to\ncheck your child\u2019s gums. While some redness and minor bleeding are normal,\nleftover tooth fragments are not. If you see anything unusual, make sure to\ncall your dentist right away. &nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Don\u2019ts of Pulling\nBaby Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Use old-fashioned approaches<\/strong>\n\u2013 While approaches like tying a string to the tooth and a doorknob are funny in\ntheory, they can traumatize your child. This can lead them to become fearful of\nlosing other baby teeth down the road. Therefore, it is important to opt for a\ngentle, encouraging approach.<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t force your child to pull it\nout if it isn\u2019t ready<\/strong> \u2013 Whether the tooth is just\nstarting to get loose or barely hanging on by a thread, it is important to be\npatient. Most baby teeth naturally fall out on their own, especially when a\npermanent tooth is closing in on its spot. If one of your child\u2019s teeth are particularly\nstubborn, speak to your dentist before attempting to yank it out on your own. &nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Neglect their oral hygiene<\/strong>\n\u2013 Children often experience some sensitivity around their loose tooth or become\nfearful that brushing will tear it out. However, it is of the utmost importance\nthat they continue to brush their teeth. To ensure that their teeth remain\nhealthy, encourage them to gently brush for two minutes at least twice a day.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For a child, losing their baby teeth is another milestone\non their journey to growing up. To prevent this from becoming a scary event or\nan experience that causes them to feel anxiety around going to the dentist, it\nis crucial to follow the above dos and don\u2019ts. That way, your child can enjoy\nthe process of growing into their new smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the\nPractice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Stroud Pediatric Dentistry, each member of their\nteam uses their extensive training and passion for dentistry to provide\nchildren with an experience that genuinely makes them look forward to their\nvisit! Whether your child needs a routine checkup or an emergency visit, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/meet-dr-robert-stroud.html\">Dr.\nRobert Casey Stroud<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/meet-dr-michael-ball.html\">Dr.\nMichael Ball<\/a>, and the entire staff are ready to help at their convenient\nlocation in Willow Park. If you have any questions about helping your child\nwith their loose tooth, don\u2019t hesitate to visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give\nthem a call at <strong>817-441-2425<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Losing a tooth is an exciting right of passage for children! Around the age of six or seven, the roots of their primary teeth (aka \u201cbaby\u201d teeth) dissolve to make room for their permanent set. This ensures that the experience is as pain-free as possible. 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