Our pediatric dental team will closely monitor your child’s oral development, including the eruption and alignment of their teeth. This allows us to provide space maintainers if your child loses a tooth earlier than expected, ensuring proper dental alignment.
Book OnlineWhat Is a Space Maintainer?
A space maintainer is a small appliance used to hold space for the eruption of a permanent tooth. There are various types of space maintainers, including fixed and removable options. Our pediatric dentist will carefully assess your child’s teeth to determine the most appropriate type based on their specific needs.
When Are Space Maintainers Recommended?
Space maintainers are typically recommended when a baby tooth is lost prematurely. This can happen for several reasons, such as:
- Severe tooth decay or infection
- Injury or accidents
- Diseases or other health conditions
- Missing teeth at birth
Baby teeth play a crucial role in your child’s growth, development, and overall oral health. They help your child chew and eat, while also guiding the eruption of permanent teeth. When a baby tooth is lost too early, the permanent tooth may lack proper guidance and can drift or erupt incorrectly. A space maintainer holds the necessary space open, preventing surrounding teeth from shifting and ensuring that the permanent tooth erupts in its correct position.