Physiological tooth resorption of baby teeth is genetically and what determines the righ moment is a combination of factors as anatomy, age, hormones and others. The process of losing the root of the primary tooth, followed by the eruption of the permanent successor tooth, is a physiological event considered very dynamic.
The eruption pace, from the point of view of time and the position, is one a key process in the development of both dental arches.
Prolonged retention of primary molars requires attention from the professional, as preventing the normal eruption of the successors can cause damage to the patient's occlusion. Special attention should be paid to the replacement of deciduous canines and molars by corresponding successors. It is important that the eruption of this group of teeth obeys a sequence that favors occlusion and a balanced bite position.
Knowing what to do
CONSIDERATIONS:
1) Early diagnosis and intervention in cases of prolonged retention of the primary molars are of fundamental importance to minimize or even avoid occlusion damage.
2) Prolonged retention of primary molars is caused by local, environmental and hereditary factors, and may lead to the development of malocclusions, as it alters the normal sequence of eruption of permanent teeth.
3) Adequate treatment requires extraction of the retained elements, followed by maintenance of the space, in addition to periodic control until the eruption of the premolars.
Once that time comes, its essencial to discuss with your dentist how your child's process is happening and if there's any point of attention to be considered as important to keep a happy and healthy smile!
