Space Maintenance
Space Maintainer After Premature Loss of Primary Dentition in Huntington Park
We all know that children lose their baby teeth eventually, but it is more complicated than that. If a child loses their baby teeth too soon, or loses too many at once, it can result in changes to their permanent teeth and their dental health overall. That is why we offer a treatment that can correct this concern when it arises: a space maintainer after premature loss of primary dentition in Huntington Park. With this space maintainer, you can give your child the support they need for continued dental health as they continue to grow and develop.
At Pacific Dental Center, we are here to give your kids the care they need to succeed in the fight against dental issues. Our team focuses on providing care with a personal touch in a friendly atmosphere that kids and their parents will love. As a family dental
office, we specialize in providing treatments to patients of all ages, adapting each providing a pleasant experience each time you come through our doors so kids, adults, and parents can all leave smiling.
What Is a Space Maintainer?
A space maintainer is used to keep your child’s existing dental arch in place if they have lost their primary teeth prematurely. This is vital because if a child loses too many teeth to early, their jaw can undergo significant changes. In many cases, these changes can lead to anything from facial shape changes to troubles with their adult teeth growing in overlapping, crooked, or otherwise misaligned. A space maintainer may be cemented in place, remaining where it is for the duration of treatment. Or it could be removable, allowing for taking the maintainer out and cleaning it regularly. The type your child needs can depend on their age and overall needs.
Dental Treatments for Kids With Care & Compassion
We make every effort to ensure that our office is a pleasant and comfortable space for kids and parents alike. Kids may not look forward to going to the dentist, but we do our best to make sure that while they are here they feel safe. Part of this is a focus on providing complete information to parents and kids alike. We have found this helps patients of all ages reduce their anxiety while at the dentist, as the more you know the less intimidating something will be.
Does My Child Need a Space Maintainer?
To know if your child needs a space maintainer, you will need a professional’s diagnosis. This is part of why bringing your child to regular dental checkups is important. If your child is losing too many teeth too soon, our specialist can notice and prescribe appropriate treatment. We offer several different styles and types of space maintainers, depending on the teeth your child has lost and their overall dental situation. Call us today to set up your appointment and see if a space maintainer can boost your child’s dental health. a space maintainer can boost your
Benefits of a Space Maintainer
Reduction of potential crowding
Decreased risk of ectopic eruption
Reduced risk of crossbite, overbite, and overjet
Improved molar relationships and position
After Getting a Space Maintainer
Smart Care and Regular Checkups Bring the Best Results
Depending on your child’s needs, we will recommend regular visits to ensure the space maintainer is doing its job. We may also need to make adjustments or replace it depending on any other changes in your child’s dental health and overall growth. We are sure to provide parents with complete information on what they can do at home to boost the effectiveness of their kid’s treatment and overall dental hygiene.
Importance of Timely Dental Care
The sooner your child gets a space maintainer, the better we can preserve a healthy jaw structure. Even though the jaw changes slowly, it is better to get timely treatment and prevent changes rather than even trying to reverse minor shifts. By keeping your child’s jaw healthy after tooth loss, you can set them up for future health and success, along with a brighter, straighter smile overall.
Schedule your appointment today!
The sooner you address any premature tooth loss that your child has, the better the outcome can be. With our high-quality space maintainer treatment options alongside our mission of compassionate care, Pacific Dental Center hopes to do its part in providing your family with lifelong dental health. Contact us today to set up a space maintainer appointment and get started on receiving friendly care in a professional atmosphere that aims to be stress-free for everyone. Call us or use our online form to lock in an appointment for a space maintainer after premature loss of primary dentition in Huntington Park.