The Importance of Primary Teeth |
pediatric dentistry |
It is very important that primary teeth are kept until they are lost naturally. They serve a number of important functions. They help maintain good nutrition by permitting your child to chew properly. They are important in allowing good pronunciation and speech habits; and they help your child feel good about the way he/she looks to others. Primary teeth also help guide the proper eruption of the permanent teeth. When primary teeth are lost too early, the space that is left should be maintained by a "space maintainer" to ensure that there will be enough room for the permanent teeth when they erupt. Your pediatric dentist will consider both preventive and corrective techniques that will maintain the health and function of your child's teeth and reduce future dental complications.
