Teeth aren’t exactly bones, but they’re made up of similar tissues and are subject to the same problems bones may have. In what way(s) do you predict the disease rickets might affect teeth?
_____ Periodontal disease: Redness and swelling elicited by bacterial infection of the gums.
_____ Delayed formation: The baby teeth may not erupt until after one year. When they erupt, they may be smaller than normal.
_____ Increased likelihood of cavities: Low vitamin C status prevents sufficient mineralization, allowing infection to establish on the teeth.
_____ Canker sores: Painful mouth sores associated with bacteria and/or viruses.
_____ Periodontal disease: Redness and swelling elicited by bacterial infection of the gums.
__X__ Delayed formation: The baby teeth may not erupt until after one year. When they erupt, they may be smaller than normal.
_____ Increased likelihood of cavities: Low vitamin C status prevents sufficient mineralization, allowing infection to establish on the teeth.
_____ Canker sores: Painful mouth sores associated with bacteria and/or viruses.
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