Space Maintainersin Baton Rouge
Are you noticing gaps in your child's smile due to premature tooth loss? Don't fret. At Rousseau Orthodontics, we offer space maintainers, a crucial treatment designed to uphold the space where a primary tooth has fallen out too early, or has been removed due to dental decay. These devices ensure that the space remains open to allow the permanent tooth to erupt and come into place. Administered by our experienced orthodontist, Dr. Abby Rousseau, space maintainers can prevent future dental issues and preserve your child's beautiful smile.
Why Should I Get Space Maintainers?
When a child loses a tooth prematurely, the adjacent teeth may drift into the empty space, leading to alignment issues or impeding the eruption of the permanent tooth. Getting a space maintainer can prevent these potential problems. It acts as a placeholder for the permanent tooth, guiding it into its correct position. Plus, it helps maintain the structure and integrity of your child's jaw and developing bite. It's a proactive step towards ensuring your child's oral health, saving you from costly and complex dental procedures in the future.
The Benefits Of Space Maintainers
Prevention of Dental Issues
Space maintainers can prevent a host of dental problems caused by premature tooth loss. By keeping the space open, they prevent neighboring teeth from moving into the gap and causing alignment issues. This can save your child from needing more extensive orthodontic treatments in the future.
Encourages Proper Tooth Eruption
Space maintainers guide the permanent tooth into its correct position. They ensure that there is enough room for the tooth to erupt, which is vital in maintaining the correct bite and alignment. This can contribute to your child's overall oral health and the aesthetics of their smile.
Custom-made for Comfort
At Rousseau Orthodontics, our space maintainers are custom-made to fit your child's mouth perfectly. This ensures not just effectiveness in maintaining the space for the incoming tooth, but also comfort for your child. We prioritize your child's comfort and satisfaction in every treatment we offer.
The Space Maintainers Treatment Process
Examination and Impressions
The first step in the process is a thorough examination of your child's oral health. Dr. Rousseau will evaluate the need for a space maintainer and take impressions of your child's mouth. These impressions will be used to create a custom-fit device. Dr. Rousseau will also take X-rays to assess the development of permanent teeth beneath the gums and determine the optimal positioning of the space maintainer.
Fitting the Space Maintainer
Once the space maintainer is ready, Dr. Rousseau will fit it into your child's mouth. She will make any necessary adjustments to ensure the device fits comfortably and serves its purpose effectively. Dr. Rousseau will demonstrate proper cleaning techniques and provide guidance on foods to avoid that could damage or dislodge the maintainer.
Regular Check-ups
After the space maintainer is fitted, regular check-ups are crucial. Dr. Rousseau will monitor the device, the space, and the progress of the incoming permanent tooth. She will also check the maintainer for any necessary adjustments or repairs. During these visits, Dr. Rousseau will assess your child's oral hygiene practices and make sure the space maintainer continues to accommodate their growing mouth properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
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