Baby tooth information is important for all parents to have. Your child's oral health is extremely important because dental health is linked intrinsically to general health. A baby tooth is important for several reasons, and if a baby tooth is lost too early it can have a profound impact on your oral health. Fixing the problems caused by the premature loss of a tooth requires time and money, it is better all around to avoid the problem all together.

      Baby tooth information is important for all new parents to have. The more you know, the better you are equipped to handle any problems that do arise quickly, correctly and without undue worry. It is important not to lose a baby tooth too early because baby teeth act as placeholders for the adult teeth that come in later. Premature loss of a baby tooth can cause orthodontic problems later on. Baby teeth will start to fall out around the age of 7 to make room for the adult teeth.  Baby tooth care is important while they are still there.

       Parents looking for baby tooth information should also know about potential diseases that can affect their child's health. Early Childhood Cavities is one of the most devastating examples of potential health problems. This is most often caused by leaving a baby bottle with a child while sleeping. It is not the baby bottle or the liquid contained that is the real problem, it is the timeframe. The mouth is more susceptible to attacks by bacteria at night. Leaving a baby bottle with a child at night just helps increase the strength of those attacks. This is why it is also known as Baby Bottle Mouth and Baby Bottle Tooth Decay.

       If you are seeking more baby tooth information or if you would like to learn more about child dental health, please consider visiting the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our Atlanta dental team is one of the most experienced in Atlanta. Our dentists have over 20 years of experience serving Atlanta's dental needs. Our dentists are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being and you are more than welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like schedule an appointment with our Atlanta family dentist feel free to call us at 404-874-7428.