Is it okay to ignore broken baby teeth?

Some children think that if their baby teeth are decayed, they don’t need to worry about it because new teeth will grow when they are 6 years old. In fact, if baby teeth are decayed, it will not only affect the appearance, but also bring pain to the baby.

If caries of deciduous teeth are not treated in time, they may develop into pulpitis and apical periodontitis, which will affect the chewing of food and the absorption of nutrients. Apical periodontitis also directly affects the normal development and eruption of the corresponding permanent teeth. If there is a tooth defect, the adjacent teeth will shift to the gap of the defect, which may cause occlusion disorder. When permanent teeth erupt, if the position is insufficient, they are prone to misalignment. When biting, if the teeth are not closed tightly, it will affect the pronunciation of children.

Therefore, parents, please urge your children to develop a good habit of brushing their teeth every day. In addition, it is recommended to take your children to check their oral cavity every six months, and perform pit and fissure sealing in time for children of the appropriate age group. If you find caries in deciduous teeth, please remember to deal with it in time!