Why is it important to fix baby teeth that have decay?
It is necessary to treat tooth decay in children as soon as possible. A decaying tooth can be very painful, spread to other teeth and lead to further life-threatening systemic infections if not taken care of in time. Also if the baby tooth is left to decay, then it will eventually need a root canal or be pulled out which can cause shifting of the adjacent teeth thereby threatening the space for the adult tooth.
It is very important to maintain baby teeth because these teeth hold space for the future eruption of permanent teeth. If a baby tooth decays or is removed too early, the space necessary for the permanent tooth is lost and can only be regained through orthodontic treatment. Infected baby teeth also can cause permanent teeth to develop improperly, resulting in permanent enamel defects and weaker teeth.
