Why Do Dentists Fill Cavities in Baby Teeth That Will Eventually Fall Out?

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Pediatric Dentistry

As a parent, it can seem confusing when a dentist recommends filling a cavity in a baby tooth. After all, baby teeth are temporary, so you may naturally wonder, “Why treat a tooth that is going to fall out anyway?” Leaving a cavity untreated simply because the tooth will eventually fall out can sometimes allow […]