Question
A concerned parent inquired about their one and a half-year-old baby, who has only grown six teeth so far. After undergoing trace element testing, no calcium deficiency was found. They wanted to know how to handle this issue.
Answer
Dear parents, based on your description, your baby’s slow tooth growth may be influenced by insufficient calcium intake. Although the trace element test results show no calcium deficiency, it is still recommended to increase your baby’s calcium intake, such as by drinking bone broth or taking suitable calcium supplements for children. At the same time, encourage your baby to spend more time outdoors and expose themselves to sunlight to promote the effective absorption of calcium. If there is a lack of sunlight exposure, the supplemented calcium may not be fully utilized by the body. Please consult a pediatrician before taking any supplementation measures to ensure they meet your baby’s health needs.