Why Does Dental Health Matter In Baby Teeth?



It may seem that taking care of baby teeth is not that important, after all they do just fall out after a certain point. However, baby teeth are setting the stage for your children’s other teeth and are critical to the health of their smile as they get older. Not only do their baby teeth set the stage for the health of their permanent teeth, they are also saving a space for their permanent teeth before they even erupt.
 
Baby teeth, provide the appropriate location for children to say certain sounds as they begin to talk. Without having their baby teeth in the right location, certain sounds can be difficult for them to say. This may lead to speech and reading problems, or self-confidence issues as they are unable to express their wants and needs in a way that people understand.
Baby teeth that have decay or cavities can lead to a student missing days of school for dental pain or extensive dental procedures. Taking care of their baby teeth can ensure they are in school and able to focus on the task at hand instead of worrying about dental pain.

For more information on the importance of baby teeth, contact Dr. Fuller and his team today.


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