How our precise, painless tooth removal supports your child’s healthy development

As a talented and approachable “home” for pediatric dental services in Spring, Texas, Mona Dental for Kids supports healthy childhood development. Primary (baby) teeth are supposed to fall out on their own at certain ages, starting with the central incisors. These front teeth are the first to erupt through the gums (between 6–12 months) and the first to be shed (between six and seven years).

Other teeth follow suit, falling out over the next six years. Sometimes, baby teeth aren’t shed on schedule. They get a little “help” from our friendly team. A stubborn tooth may be pulled through a process known as “dental extraction” or tooth removal. Getting the baby tooth out of the way does not interfere with the oral development that plays such a big role in overall development during these formative years. 

When tooth removal is the best option 

As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Mona Houshiar will get your child into a consistent, healthy habit of dental check-ups at our office. During these routine visits, she evaluates how your child’s teeth and gums are developing. If the teeth are not breaking through the gums or falling out properly, she can recommend techniques and procedures that are in the best interests of your child’s long-term health. 

In most cases, every effort is made to preserve teeth, as a tooth that falls out prematurely does not serve as a “guide” for the permanent tooth and its healthy development. However, there are some situations where the best option is actually to remove the tooth. As needed, we follow the procedure with the placement of a space maintainer, which encourages the proper positioning of the permanent tooth. 

Below are a few circumstances that may call for Dr. Houshiar’s precise and painless tooth removal expertise: 

• A tooth may have anatomical anomalies, such as lengthy or poorly-shaped roots, which result in it not falling out “on schedule”
• An erupting permanent tooth is preventing the baby tooth’s roots from dissolving normally
• A decayed tooth can present potential complications to the neighboring teeth and the jawbone, which necessitates its removal
• There is not enough space in the mouth for a permanent tooth to develop properly
• A severe infection is interfering with your child’s routine, preventing them from getting quality sleep or performing at school
• Children with crooked or misaligned teeth may not have enough room in their mouths for orthodontic correction with braces. So, extractions can be a preparatory step to support successful treatment

Regardless of the situation, all extractions performed at our office adhere to the highest standards of care. Your child’s comfort and safety are our top priority. 

Call (832) 662-3008 with questions or to schedule your child’s check-up at Mona Dental for Kids in Spring, TX, today!

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