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BBTD - Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
Baby bottle tooth decay symptoms are hard to recognize early on. The symptoms may not be obvious until the decay has caused quite a bit of damage to the teeth and gums. Regular dental checkups are important. The dentist can evaluate the teeth closely, and monitor:
Dental X-rays may be done to examine the extent of decay.