
Helping Permanent Teeth Grow in the Right Place
Why Baby Teeth Should Be Protected
Parents sometimes assume that losing baby teeth early isn’t a big deal, but these teeth play a key role in your child’s long-term dental health.
Baby teeth do actually serve a purpose besides just aggravating your little one as they erupt! Baby teeth keep proper spacing in the mouth while permanent teeth are coming in, and they ensure that permanent teeth have an appropriate path for the actual eruption process. So if your child loses a tooth early due to damage or other oral health issues, we may recommend space maintainers to keep your child’s mouth in good condition for the permanent tooth or teeth to erupt.
What Are Space Maintainers?
Types of Space Maintainers
- Fixed maintainers that stay in place until the permanent tooth begins to erupt.
- Removable maintainers that can be taken out for cleaning or comfort.
Benefits of Space Maintainers
- Protects proper alignment for permanent teeth.
- Prevents crowding and shifting of nearby teeth.
- Encourages smoother eruption of adult teeth.
- Helps avoid future orthodontic complications.
Schedule a Visit for Your Child
If your child has lost a tooth earlier than expected, space maintainers may help guide their smile in the right direction. Schedule a consultation with the pediatric dentists at Angel Smile Pediatric Dentistry today.
We are located at 1125 W. FM 544, Ste. #50, Wylie, TX 75098. Call us to book your child’s appointment and keep their smile growing strong.





