Why Primary (Baby) Teeth Are Important Many people think baby teeth don’t matter because they will fall out anyway. But baby teeth are actually very important for your child’s health and development. Taking good care of them helps your child eat better, speak clearly, and grow with confidence. 1. Baby Teeth Help Children Chew Food Baby teeth allow your child to bite and chew properly. When teeth are decayed or painful, children may avoid certain foods, which can affect their nutrition and growth. 2. They Help with Clear Speech Teeth play an important role in speaking. Healthy baby teeth support correct pronunciation of many sounds. Early loss of teeth can make speech unclear. 3. They Hold Space for Permanent Teeth Baby teeth act like “guides” for the adult teeth growing underneath. If a baby tooth is lost too early due to decay or injury, the neighbouring teeth can drift into the empty space. This may cause the permanent teeth to come in crooked ...
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