Question
An 11-year-old girl’s milk teeth are painful and loose due to decay. She asks, do I need to have my milk teeth extracted?
Answer
For milk teeth that have become painful and loose due to decay, it is recommended to undergo a dental examination and treatment at a dental clinic. Based on the described situation, an X-ray should be taken to confirm the eruption status of the permanent teeth. If the permanent teeth are about to emerge, it may be considered to extract the milk teeth. It is suggested to seek further examination and professional consultation at a dental clinic. This is the recommendation for the question “Do I Need to Extract My Milk Teeth?” and I hope it is helpful. Wishing you good health.