Tooth Decay in Milk Teeth (Primary Teeth)
Known Symptoms
- Visible holes, pits, or discolouration in baby teeth.
- Toothache or discomfort while eating.
- Bad breath.
- Irritability in younger children due to pain.
Known Causes
- Frequent consumption of sugary foods and drinks.
- Poor oral hygiene.
- Prolonged bottle feeding, especially at night.
- Reduced fluoride exposure.
Care
- Brush teeth twice daily using fluoride toothpaste.
- Limit sugary snacks and drinks.
- Regular dental check-ups starting from age 1.
- Early treatment of cavities with fillings or other pediatric dental procedures.
- Visible holes, pits, or discolouration in baby teeth.
- Toothache or discomfort while eating.
- Bad breath.
- Irritability in younger children due to pain.
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Our Department of Dental, Clinical, Oral, and Maxillofacial Surgery delivers specialist care for complex dental, facial and oral conditions through a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, restorative dentists, orthodontists and allied specialists. We offer TMJ and facial pain clinics, advanced implant and zygomatic solutions, complex trauma and reconstructive surgery, orthodontics (including clear aligners), endodontics and pediatric/special-needs dentistry that is often supported by a dedicated dental operating theatre. Diagnosis and planning use digital tools (CBCT, intraoral scanning, CAD-CAM, and AI-assisted workflows), while integrated perioperative care, laser therapy, and rehabilitation ensure safe, coordinated outcomes.
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Specialist Endodontist
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Specialist Orthodontics
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- Salmaniya
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- Medical Centre
Dr. Deepti Dua
Specialist Dentist
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- Janabiya
- Medical Centre
- Salmaniya
- Hospital
Dr. Fatema Bin Shams
General and Cosmetic Dentist
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- English
- Janabiya
- Medical Centre
- Salmaniya
- Hospital
Dr. Maryam Shakeeb
General and Cosmetic Dentist
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- Janabiya
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- Salmaniya
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