Why does Small Smiles Treat Baby Teeth?
Primary or baby teeth are designed to function throughout the childhood years. In fact, baby molars usually are not lost until the pre-adolescent years (12-14 years of age) Baby teeth not only help aid in proper digestion of food, they also are important in the development of children’s jaws and facial structures. Another important function of baby teeth is to provide space in the jaws to guide the permanent teeth into proper position. Baby teeth have relatively thin enamel, and can become decayed or infected faster than permanent teeth. These infections can affect the developing permanent teeth. A healthy, disease-free mouth creates a strong environment for permanent teeth and jaws to develop and grow.
