Though baby teeth are eventually lost, it is very important for us parents to take protective measures in keeping them healthy. They help your child speak, chew, and hold the space for their permanent teeth.
Baby teeth start to come in at around 6 months of age and naturally shed at various times throughout childhood. When your child loses a baby tooth prematurely due to decay, injury, or accident, your pediatric dentist may recommend a space maintainer to keep open the space left by the missing tooth and prevent any misalignment.