The six–year molars The six–year molars are the permanent teeth. They are the "k...

The six–year molars
The six–year molars are the permanent teeth. They are the "keystone" of the dental arch. They are also extremely susceptible to decay.
Parents have to understand that these teeth are very important. Over 25% of 6 to 7 year old children have beginning cavities in one of the molars.
The early loss of one of these molars causes serious problems in childhood and adult life. It is never easy for parents to make kids take care of their teeth. Even so, parents have to insist and never give up.
O texto aborda uma temática inerente ao processo de desenvolvimento do ser humano, a dentição.
Há informação quantificada na mensagem quando se diz que as cáries dos dentes mencionados