But They are Going to Fall Out!- Fillings on Primary Teeth are Important
But They are Going to Fall Out!
Importance of Fillings on Primary Teeth
When children are seen at Lund Dental, they may on occasion need a primary tooth to be restored. Parents are often puzzled as to why we would “fill” a baby tooth. Small cavities on baby teeth can become BIG very quickly since the enamel (hard outer shell) on children’s teeth is thinner than that of adult’s while the nerve is much bigger. Therefore, small cavities on baby teeth can turn very large and very painful very quickly.
Primary or “baby” teeth are place holders so to speak for the adult teeth underneath. If a tooth has a cavity that is untreated, it will progress and could become abcessed. Now that tooth must be removed and a space maintainer will be needed. Premature loss of primary teeth can cause the other primary teeth to collapse in the space. It also can affect the child’s speech. Furthermore, the adjacent teeth may also decay. We make every effort to make your child’s appointment easy for them.
At Lund Dental your child’s dental health is very important to us. We make your child’s dental visit a very pleasant experience. With regular dental cleanings and good home care, childhood cavities can be avoided.
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