Will Children’s Baby Teeth Fall Out Automatically?

Question

Will children’s baby teeth fall out automatically? Additional question: But my child is already 8 years old, and I’ve noticed two teeth are loose. Since the child is afraid of pain, they refuse to let the dentist pull the teeth. After some time, I found that the loose teeth have become tight again, and a new tooth has grown next to the original tooth. What should I do now?

Answer

Hello, when children are losing their baby teeth, if permanent teeth have already erupted, the milk teeth need to be removed. If permanent teeth have not yet erupted, the milk teeth can be allowed to fall out naturally. If permanent teeth have emerged but the milk teeth have not fallen out, it can affect the eruption of the permanent teeth and the future alignment of the teeth. Generally, a permanent tooth will grow within one to two months after a baby tooth falls out, varying from person to person. It is recommended that you ensure your child gets adequate nutrition, especially trace elements like calcium and zinc, which are important for growth and development. It is suggested to visit a dentist to check if there is any contact with the permanent teeth. If there is none, it can be dealt with accordingly.