my daughter is getting a tooth beside a big tooth, doctor is suggesting to take out the old tooth, as new one is growing. is it ok to take out the tooth at this age. please suggest.

1 Answer

ExpertNiharika PandeyPediatric Dentist3 years ago

A. Hi yes you should go for early removal of the milk teeth to prevent malalignment of the erupting permanent teeth. otherwise the permanent teeth will erupt and remain in back position always

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