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Hello doctor. My baby is almost 8 years old this year. Most of the baby's teeth are good, the baby has only replaced 2 baby teeth in the lower jaw, but the upper jaw has 2 teeth that are slowly opening. The doctor asked me if it was okay? Do I need to extract my teeth so that I don't have tooth decay later? Please advise me, thank you.
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Hello. Is the baby's teeth exposed, front teeth or molars?
Currently, the baby has only replaced 2 lower teeth, 8 years old is usually the age to replace the upper front teeth. If the upper front teeth appear to be open, it may be the baby teeth that are about to be replaced and can be extracted. You should take your baby to the doctor and take a picture to get an accurate diagnosis.
Thank you for your question to Vinmec Health System. Best regards!
MSc. Dr. Dang Tien Dat - Doctor of Odonto-Stomatology - Department of Medical Examination and Internal Medicine - Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.
