What's Inside

Preface

Introduction

Pregnancy

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Part 1

Development

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Anatomy of a tooth

Lift-the-lip

Birth and feeding

Baby teeth eruption

Teething

Wobbly teeth

Adult teeth eruption

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Part 2

Tooth and mouth problems

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Tooth decay

Gingivitus

Hypomineralisation (chalky teeth)

Fluorosis (mottled teeth)

Thumb (and dummy) sucking

Ulcer (and canker sore)

Cold sore

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Part 3

At-home care

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Diet

Brushing

Flossing

Fluoride

Tooth mousse

At-home remedies 

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​​Part 4

Visiting the dentist

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Accessing dental care

First dental visit

Dental anxiety

Dental procedures

Specialists

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Part 5

A broken tooth

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Avoiding tooth injuries

Emergency guide

Reinserting an adult tooth

Consequences of tooth trauma

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Conclusion

Glossary

Index​​

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