Baby Teeth Case – Zoom 100%

Focused Area: Infant lower gum / erupting primary tooth region

Full Analysis and Visual Examination

This assessment is based only on the provided image and does not replace an in-person pediatric dental examination.

Observed Findings

• Localized raised white lesion on the gum tissue

• Surrounding mild redness and soft tissue swelling

• Appearance is consistent with tissue changes seen during primary tooth eruption

• No visible heavy plaque or calculus accumulation (common in infants)

• No obvious signs of widespread infection at this zoom level

Probable Diagnosis (Most Likely)

• Eruption cyst or eruption-related gum swelling

• Mild teething-associated gingival inflammation

Other Possible (Less Common)

• Minor traumatic ulcer from feeding or biting objects

• Small aphthous-type ulcer (rare in infants)

Important Note on Scaling

Routine dental scaling is NOT recommended for babies unless specifically advised by a pediatric dentist. Infant gums and erupting teeth require gentle care only.

Recommended Care and Process to Execute

Step 1: Observation and Gentle Care (Day 1–14)

• Maintain clean gums using clean, damp gauze or soft infant finger brush

• Avoid sharp or hard teething objects

• Ensure bottles and pacifiers are clean

No anesthesia or dental instruments are required at this stage.

Step 2: Healing Timeline

A 14-day period is typical for eruption-related gum changes.

What Issues May Scale Up If Ignored

• Secondary infection if the area becomes contaminated

• Increased pain or feeding discomfort

• Delayed eruption if persistent swelling is untreated

• Rare progression to abscess if accompanied by fever or pus

Seek immediate dental or pediatric care if there is:

• Fever

• Continuous bleeding

• Pus discharge

• Baby refuses feeding due to pain

Professional Comment

This case appears common and generally self-limiting in infants. Most eruption cysts and teething-related gum lesions resolve naturally without intervention. Professional evaluation is advised if symptoms worsen or persist beyond two weeks.

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