Perhaps you think adults are the only ones who’d need a tooth pulled. After all, don’t kids lose their “baby teeth” with time anyway? What would be the point of removing them? In truth, though, there are good reasons a child may need a tooth extraction. Left unaddressed, the pearly white could cause long-term problems. To learn more, let your pediatric dentist explain. Here is a summary of why kids might need a tooth extraction, how to prepare them for one, and tips on post-extraction care.
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