We will talk about canines - powerful single-rooted teeth with serial number 3, located in pairs in the upper and lower jaws between the front incisors and premolars. The term “eye teeth” appeared in parallel as a common one, primarily among dentists themselves. There is even a diagnosis of “eye tooth”, and it is made by doctors when the child’s fangs begin to grow, accompanied by a distinct pain syndrome.
Because the roots of these teeth are located in close proximity to the facial and optic nerves, this growth may be accompanied by pain in the eyeballs. And the removal of such a tooth is also fraught with unpleasant sensations in the eye area. True, rumors that you can go blind after surgery related to these teeth have no basis.
Among non-specialists, the name “eye teeth” is used due to the fact that if you mentally continue the axis of such a tooth upward, it will pass right along the corner of the eye, which can be seen by stretching your lips and exposing your fangs in a grin.
Eye teeth are just fangs
Yes, the truth is precisely that “eye teeth” are nothing more than ordinary fangs, which are present in the same quantity as in the primary occlusion, i.e. in a child, and permanently in an adult. They are located on the upper and lower jaw between the incisors and molars (two units above and two units below). Dental experts call them “threes.” These teeth are single-rooted. Those on top “crawl” through the jawbone a little earlier than their lower counterparts.
The approximate timing of eruption for eye teeth is in the primary dentition of a child from 15 to 20 months from birth (from about one and a half years), in the permanent dentition - from 8 to 10 years.
Now you understand that “eye teeth” are not at all some pathological elements of the dentition. And their appearance is considered a natural process for absolutely all people on earth and is not at all associated with deviations or anomalies in development. In appearance, the fangs also do not look scary; they have a pointed shape towards the bottom (they are more elongated than the neighboring incisors), which helps us literally “cut off”, tear off and bite off food. Look at the photo - this is exactly what they look like.
In the photo you can clearly see the difference between ordinary incisors and canines
Dental diseases and vision - how are they connected?
The body is a complex multifunctional system in which all organs, including paired ones, play a key role. The general state of health is influenced by any factors and processes associated with a person.
In the course of research, scientists were able to establish that some problems with the oral cavity, including teeth, are seriously related to vision. As a result, many interesting facts were scientifically established, which we will discuss in more detail later.
Eruption of canines affects the optic nerve
Although the fangs are single-rooted, their roots are longer than those of their neighbors. Due to its anatomical location and structure of the maxillofacial system, it affects the ocular and facial nerves. Namely, the facial nerve, in turn, is responsible for transmitting impulses from the central nervous system of our body to the upper part of the face. That is why, during their eruption, such teeth can cause a lot of discomfort in the baby and even pain in the eyeballs. Now do you understand why these units are popularly called “ocular”?
Branching of the trigeminal nerve
How to help your baby with teething
To ease the suffering of children when teething, it is recommended to buy a silicone teether. It is cooled in the refrigerator and given to the child. Cold and hard silicone massages the gums well and at least slightly relieves discomfort and pain. You can replace it with a dry piece of bread (in this case, we must not forget that children under one year old often choke on pieces of food, so parents should be nearby and closely monitor the baby). Some parents give their children a terry towel to chew on, which also massages the gums well.
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You can massage them yourself. To do this, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and massage your gums with your index finger for a couple of minutes. This procedure should be repeated several times a day.
There are various gels and ointments that relieve pain: Kalgel, Kamistad, Dentinox, Cholisal and others.
Kamistad Baby is a gel that reduces pain, irritation and inflammation to facilitate teething.
Kalgel relieves teething pain in babies
Dentinox ensures painless and uncomplicated appearance of the first incisors, primary incisors and subsequent molars.
Cholisal relieves inflammation and eliminates pain in the gums
When teething, babies often experience a runny nose. This occurs due to swelling of the mucous membrane, so it is recommended to use Milt or Vibrocil at night so that the child can breathe calmly while sleeping.
Milt and Vibrocil - antiallergic remedies for the common cold for children
If a child wakes up and cries at night from pain, then some parents give him sweet water. When the first teeth have already erupted, this should not be done. Sugar will negatively affect the enamel and new problems will arise. Also, after the first teeth erupt, the baby should be weaned off the pacifier, since sucking on it can lead to abnormal growth of the teeth.
Eruption of eye teeth is difficult and painful
We all know that during the period of primary teething, our babies need special attention and approach. Often this period of time causes a lot of concern among parents due to the child’s capriciousness, the desire to put foreign objects into the mouth and bite, loss of appetite, and the appearance of other warning symptoms: diarrhea, runny nose and cough, increased body temperature. But it is acute painful sensations that most often accompany the appearance of “eye teeth” in children.
If during this period of time an infection is added to all the above symptoms, which attacks the baby’s weakened body, exhausted by such stress, then not only the mucous membrane surrounding the future tooth may become inflamed, but also the optic nerve. As a result, the eyes will become sore, conjunctivitis will appear, the baby will begin to react poorly to bright lighting, and tears will also flow heavily.
The eruption of such teeth can cause a lot of discomfort in the baby and even pain in the eyeballs.
What other symptoms can increase significantly during the period of eruption of “eye teeth” in a child (compared to other units):
- body temperature almost always rises: the high temperature in this case can last longer than expected - not 2-3, but sometimes all 3-5 days,
- a cough and runny nose will appear: be careful here, because this sign may indicate not only an increased secretion of saliva, which often accumulates in the baby’s mouth and enters the nose when lying down, but also a possible weakening of the immune system and the development of ARVI against this background,
- Severe swelling and inflammation of the soft tissues occurs: if oral hygiene is improper during this important period, the baby may develop gingivitis.
Monitor your baby closely; in case of alarming symptoms (vomiting, persistent fever, diarrhea) or suspicion of ARVI, be sure to call a doctor. Otherwise, teethers, pacifiers (preferably orthodontic), antipyretics (Nurofen), anti-inflammatory creams and ointments like Kamistad Baby, Kalgel, adjusting the temperature in the baby’s room and eliminating any allergens ( dust, wool, plants). You can also use Viburkol suppositories to normalize the baby’s general condition and well-being.
Kamistad baby drug
“On the general symptoms of the eruption of “complex” teeth, which include “eights” (wisdom teeth) and “threes”, i.e. fangs, quite strongly affects the child’s immunity. If it is consistently strengthened from the very moment of birth, then in most cases, when babies erupt, they do not have problems such as upset stool, fever, or poor health,” says dentist-therapist N.G. Boyko.
Improper oral hygiene can lead to diseases of the eyes and other organs
Numerous studies have proven: according to statistics, men who begin to lose teeth early often suffer from age-related blindness. It has also been established that poor oral hygiene can lead to Alzheimer's disease.
In addition, if a person does not take good care of his teeth, he automatically increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease. In addition, some scientists claim that poor oral hygiene can cause stroke, but this information is not reliably confirmed.
“Eye teeth” are resistant to destructive processes
“Eye teeth” in both children and adults are considered one of the strongest, even though they are of the same root. All this is due to their shape, smoothness, absence of pits and depressions on the surface, as well as a fairly thick layer of dentin. They are rarely susceptible to caries or other damage, but this does not mean that they do not need care. Even the very first units that erupt should be cleaned using special wipes and silicone finger brushes. As your child grows, teach him how to independently use a soft-bristled brush and non-abrasive paste for oral hygiene. And remember, if there are bacteria in the mouth, then sooner or later even the fangs will not withstand their pressure.
It is important to teach your child oral hygiene from early childhood.
The eye units in some children grow crooked or occupy an incorrect position on the jaw, “climbing” onto their neighbors. Previously, in such a situation, doctors suggested removing them, but today the problem is successfully solved by orthodontists and devices that correct the bite.
What to do if your vision has decreased due to dental problems?
If problems with refraction are associated with oral hygiene, then initially to eliminate the pathological process it is necessary to stop the main cause of its occurrence. In such situations, tandem work of two professionals is required - a dentist and an ophthalmologist.
Having eliminated dental diseases, it is necessary to re-consult with an ophthalmologist, who, if necessary, will prescribe medications, corrective glasses or lenses required to maintain the functions of the visual system. It is quite possible that after the condition of the oral cavity has stabilized, the problems with the eyes will go away.
On the Ochkov.Net website you can profitably purchase various contact correction products that provide high clarity of vision and wearing comfort. We advise you to pay attention to the products of world brands such as Acuvue, Air Optix, Soflens, etc.
Removing eye units is challenging
Not only teething, but also the removal of fangs, and even their absence, cause certain difficulties. For example, the procedure for removing fangs itself is considered quite difficult; after it, severe swelling, pain, the development of an inflammatory process, and even deterioration of vision are possible if the optic nerve is damaged (due to traumatic removal or complications during the recovery period after the procedure). And the absence of “eye teeth” and their untimely restoration can make it difficult to pronounce certain sounds, which will impair diction and speech.
Removing fangs is a rather complicated procedure.
Also, do not forget that the fangs are located in the frontal zone of the smile, so their absence will directly affect the aesthetics of the entire face. In addition, it is the canines that serve as excellent support for the orbicularis oris muscle; if they are missing, the muscle around the mouth will become flabby and increase age.
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Why are men advised to take extra care of their oral cavity?
Researchers believe that in men there is a more clear connection between teeth and eyes than in the female half of the population - in women the corresponding statistics are confirmed to a lesser extent.
Therefore, men are recommended to pay special attention to the condition of their teeth and gums. Poor oral hygiene is not only fraught with problems with teeth, but also causes general malaise in the body as a whole, including pathologies of the organs of vision.
This connection is also proven by the fact that after the removal of diseased teeth and the elimination of other negative processes in the oral cavity, some people partially normalize their visual functions. Such changes are noticeable on a physical level, so patients can easily feel them on their own. As a conclusion, timely dental treatment and regular prevention of oral infections will help avoid age-related blindness and other eye diseases.
A person who has had serious problems with the oral cavity for a long time may complain of the appearance of flashes, flickers, stars and light spots before the eyes. Occasional blurred vision may occur. In this case, refractive errors appear. Experts explain that dental granulomas can irritate nerve endings (in particular the trigeminal and sympathetic nerves). Therefore, there is a reflex effect on the visual center.
Toothaches can cause ocular neuralgia and conjunctival hyperemia.
Dental disorders often provoke dilation of the blood vessels in the eyeball and motor disorders. Inflammation in the oral cavity negatively affects the cornea, sclera, retina, vascular lining, orbit, and optic nerve. Timely treatment and prevention of chronic inflammatory process will help avoid blindness.
The following dental diseases are considered especially dangerous for the eyes: abscess, fistula, periodontitis and even caries.
Comments
My fangs stick out terribly, they seem to be incredibly long, like a vampire's, sticking out and pushed forward. I don’t like it, I’m embarrassed to smile because of them. Tell me, is it possible to somehow correct the situation, maybe file them down?
Marina (01/20/2019 at 08:56 pm) Reply to comment
- Dear Marina. The most correct decision for you will be an orthodontist, who, based on your situation, will select the appropriate corrective device option. If the fangs are healthy, then there is no need to file them down or put a crown on them, for example. Also, most likely it will not be possible to install a veneer, because... in case of significant deviations from the norm, this lining will not be able to solve the problem, and the tooth enamel will have to be greatly ground down, which is completely useless if it is healthy and intact. Consult with several doctors so that you can choose the best solution for your problem.
Editorial staff of the portal UltraSmile.ru (01/23/2019 at 08:24) Reply to comment
The article is useful for understanding those who do not know anything about eye teeth. And this is a simple explanation, fangs around the edges. Do I understand correctly that the eye teeth need to be removed if there is curvature of the fangs?
Peter (01/30/2019 at 08:29) Reply to comment
The child's eye teeth have erupted. How painful it is, I remember how it was when I was a child. Can fangs hurt from time to time and what do you recommend to do so that my daughter stops experiencing pain?
Raisa (01/30/2019 at 08:47) Reply to comment
I'm anxiously awaiting the baby's eye teeth. Two molars came out at the same time. Three days of fever and diarrhea. Viburkol suppositories do not help much. Maybe there are other candles so that they are also not very harmful?
Ekaterina (01/31/2019 at 14:04) Reply to comment
- Ekaterina, you should definitely contact your pediatrician. You can’t just choose candles based on useful tips posted on the Internet. For our part, we try to do only reviews of drugs, but we still insist that readers use them as prescribed by doctors. Especially when it comes to young children.
Editorial staff of the portal UltraSmile.ru (01/31/2019 at 14:21) Reply to comment
Recently, the child’s eye teeth began to appear. The child became restless. He doesn't sleep well at night. The temperature began to rise and diarrhea began. Well, for us it doesn’t last long, only three days.
Anastasia (02/12/2019 at 11:52 am) Reply to comment
