Space Maintainers

Service Description

Space Maintainers: Preserving Room for Your Child’s Permanent Teeth 1. What Are Space Maintainers? Space maintainers help keep the space open for permanent teeth when a baby tooth is lost prematurely. If a primary tooth is lost too early, the adult tooth may erupt into the wrong position, leaving insufficient room for other teeth. This can lead to crowding or misalignment as more adult teeth come in. 2. Why Your Child May Need One When a baby tooth is lost before its time, a space maintainer ensures that the permanent teeth have enough room to grow in properly. Without it, nearby teeth may shift, causing bite problems or the need for future orthodontic treatment. 3. How It Works The space maintainer holds the gap open, allowing the adult tooth to erupt in its correct position, helping avoid more complex dental issues down the road. It’s a simple and effective way to guide proper dental development.