How important is it really to keep baby teeth healthy, won't they just fall out?

It's not uncommon for parents to think they don't need to try very hard with baby teeth. Baby teeth are essential for chewing food, learning to speak clearly, and it helps guide the adult teeth into place! Taking care of baby teeth and implementing lifelong dental health habits like brushing and flossing are very important.

Since the last few baby teeth fall out at around 12 years old, it is very important to maintain oral health even on these baby teeth. If a cavity is left untreated for all those years, it can spread, lead to infection, and can lead to harmful health problems making your child sick. Routine checkups prevent this