Why are primary (baby) teeth important?

Primary teeth are very important to your child's development of the jaw bone, and they reserve the space required for the permanent teeth that will follow. They also enable your child to chew solid food and assist in speech development. Moreover, they contribute to your child's positive feelings about his or her appearance and help build confidence.  more

Primary teeth or baby teeth are important for three reasons: • They promote proper chewing and eating • They provide space for the permanent teeth and guide them into the correct position • They permit normal development of speech and add to an attractive appearance Primary front teeth are replaced at an early age (6-8 years). The back teeth (cuspids and molars) arent replaced until age 10-13. It is very important to maintain the health of the primary teeth. Neglected cavities can and frequently do lead to problems, which affect developing permanent teeth.  more

Primary teeth are important to your child's development for a number of reasons: they encourage the development of the jaw bone, reserve the space required for the permanent teeth that follow and also enable your child to chew solid food. Moreover, baby teeth assist in speech development and contribute to your child's positive feelings about his or her appearance, which helps build self confidence. How Can I Protect My Child's Primary (Baby) Teeth? Baby bottle tooth decay is the leading cause of decay and tooth loss in very young children. This condition usually occurs when a baby is allowed to continuously nurse from a bottle of milk, formula or fruit juice at nap time or bed-time. You can help prevent this condition by always cleaning your infant's mouth and teeth after nursing, and by giving your infant only water in a bottle or a pacifier at bedtime. You can also safeguard the health of your baby's teeth by weaning your child from the bottle by the age of one.

It's important to take good care of your childs primary teeth. They need strong, healthy teeth to chew food easily, speak clearly and look good for their friends and themselves! The primary (baby) teeth make way for the eruption of the permanent teeth and any damage to the baby teeth could risk the development of the adult teeth. You can protect your child by not allowing your child to fall asleep with a bottle unless it contains plain water. After each feeding, wipe your childs teeth and gums with a damp cloth or guauze and never give your child a pacifier (soother) dipped in honey or other sweet ingredients! Start dental visits early and if you suspect any dental problems, take your child to see a dentist as soon as possible! For more information on toothbrush techniques for children. click here .

Primary teeth play an essential role in the development of a child’s smile. They allow a child to chew food properly as well as allow for correct pronunciation and speech. Primary teeth hold space for the permanent teeth to erupt into and aid in the correct development of the jaws. A healthy smile is dependent on these “baby” teeth so it is important to care for them correctly.  more

Primary teeth play an essential role in the development of a child’s smile. They allow a child to chew food properly as well as allow for correct pronunciation and speech. Primary teeth hold space for the permanent teeth to erupt into and aid in the correct development of the jaws. A healthy smile is dependent on these "baby" teeth so it is important to care for them correctly.  more