Cavity Filling On Baby Teeth: Why It's Important To Treat Cavities, Even If The Tooth Isn't Permanent
When your child has a cavity in a primary tooth, it may seem futile to fill the cavity. While the tooth is not permanent, it is still important to treat the tooth with restorative dental procedures. Any cavities left in your child's mouth can result in damage to nearby teeth, cause unnecessary pain if there is an abscess, and can cause problems with the permanent tooth below the primary one.
Untreated Cavities Get Larger