Space Maintainers
Our pediatric dental team is committed to promoting healthy oral development for your child. We closely monitor how their teeth grow and align, so we can quickly address any concerns. If your child loses a baby tooth earlier than expected, we may recommend a space maintainer to protect their dental health and ensure their smile develops as it should.
What Are Space Maintainers?
Space maintainers are small devices that help keep a spot open for permanent teeth to come in properly. Depending on your child’s needs, we offer both fixed and removable types. Our skilled pediatric dentists will carefully evaluate your child’s mouth to choose the best option for their situation.
When and Why Does Your Child Need a Space Maintainer?
A space maintainer is needed when a primary tooth is lost too soon, which can happen because of:
- Serious tooth decay or infection
- Accidents or injuries
- Certain medical conditions
- Missing teeth from birth
Baby teeth do more than just help your child chew; they guide adult teeth into place. Losing a baby tooth early can create problems by allowing neighboring teeth to move into the empty space, leading to crooked or misaligned permanent teeth later on. Space maintainers keep this from happening by preserving the gap, setting the stage for healthy, straight adult teeth.
Protect your child’s growing smile with our expert care and personalized solutions for every stage of oral development.
