Does it sound right… or not quite?
We think Detective D. Kay has more to investigate on this one. 🕵️♂️
At first glance, skipping the dentist or brushing off baby tooth problems might seem harmless. After all, “they fall out anyway,” right?
But those little teeth have a big job to do:
🦷 They guide permanent teeth into place - Losing them too early can lead to spacing issues and crowding.
🦷 They help with chewing and speaking - Healthy baby teeth support proper nutrition and speech development.
🦷 They shape growing smiles - Each one helps the jaw and facial structure grow properly.
🦷 They can still get painful cavities - Decay in baby teeth isn’t harmless. It can cause pain and even affect the adult teeth forming underneath.
🦷 They help build lifelong habits - Early brushing routines teach kids to value oral health for the long run.
So even if baby teeth aren’t forever, they’re still worth protecting! Keeping them healthy today builds the foundation for a strong, confident smile tomorrow.
Did you get the answer right? 😁
