Protecting Your Child’s Smile After Tooth Loss
Baby teeth may seem temporary, but they play a critical role in your child’s long-term dental health. One of their most important jobs is holding the proper space for adult teeth to emerge. When a baby tooth is lost too early, neighboring teeth may shift into the empty space, creating alignment problems and blocking the path for new teeth to grow in properly.That’s when a space maintainer comes in — it gently holds the space open so your child’s smile stays on track and avoids future problems like crowding or the need for braces. At Crossroads Pediatric Dentistry, we monitor your child’s dental development closely and recommend proactive treatments like space maintainers only when necessary.