"They're just baby teeth." This is something that most dentists hear often. Yes, they are just baby teeth, but baby (primary) teeth play a very important role in your child's growth and health. Primary teeth help your child chew and speak, help support the muscles in their face, and serve as important place-holders for the big (permanent) teeth that will replace them. Cavities in primary teeth need to be taken care of so that we can keep that space filled and keep your child out of pain.
Many general dentists treat children. Our goal is to help your child have a great experience at the dentist. There are many things that we can do to keep your child comfortable- from silly jokes to nitrous oxide (laughing gas). Many of us are parents ourselves and we understand that you may have lots of questions and we are happy to answer each one of them. We want to make sure that your child is comfortable each time so that we can start a great relationship with dentists early so that it will continue throughout the rest of their lives!
By Dr. Heather Walker
Mortenson Family Dental Valley Station
10640 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40272
502-933-4427
www.mortensonfamilydental.com
