Question
What should I do if my child’s new tooth doesn’t grow after the milk tooth falls out? Do I need to go to the hospital for treatment, and how long will it take to recover?
Answer
After the milk tooth falls out, the new tooth should emerge within 3-4 months. If the child does not grow a new tooth after losing a tooth, it may be due to the early loss of the milk tooth, or the regional gingiva may become hard and thick due to regional chewing, which could make it difficult for permanent teeth to erupt. It could also be due to special conditions, such as a cystic swelling or congenital malocclusion, which may cause bones to grow horizontally or inverted. If permanent teeth erupt improperly, the corresponding eruption will be difficult. If the new tooth has not grown for more than half a year after the milk tooth falls out, or if symmetrical teeth have grown for half a year and the new teeth have not developed, it is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital for an X-ray examination, excluding special cases. If the position of the new tooth is normal and the root development still has some potential, there is no need to worry.