Baby teeth (also known as deciduous teeth) do eventually fall out, but they play a key role in tooth/mouth development. Let’s take a look at what healthy deciduous teeth do for you!

Baby Teeth / Deciduous Tooth – A Primer

Before they fall out, healthy deciduous teeth have a serious role in your tooth development. Baby teeth are important for:

Making your smile straight!

Deciduous teeth should remain in your mouth until they are ready to naturally exfoliate (doctor talk for fall out). One of the main reasons these teeth are important is that they help maintain space and guide the adult teeth into the correct position. If you lose teeth early because of decay or toothache, this can result in the crowding of adult teeth.

Ensure you practise good oral hygiene

Having a cavity in your tooth is always a bad sign. This is even worse if the cavity is in baby teeth as they are naturally less resistant to decay than adult teeth. If they fall out early this can cause issues as discussed above.

Keep an eye on your diet

Healthy deciduous teeth allows for good chewing habits so your children are able to eat with no problems.

Predicting when a deciduous tooth will exfoliate is quite difficult. When a baby tooth falls out too early or hangs around for too long it can be concerning. As a general rule you can expect the front teeth to erupt in the first year and shed between 6-7 years. Lastly the second molar on the top and bottom will erupt after around 2 years and should shed between the ages of 10-12.

For more detailed information on please click here to view the baby teeth eruption charts on the MouthHealthy website.

Please note these figures are merely a guide and there exists a fair amount of variation for when a tooth will exfoliate in a child. The order in which they come out is actually more important than when, as incorrect order can sometimes mean that an adult tooth is missing.

Any questions about baby teeth, or anything we can help with? Book an appointment with one of our fantastic dentists today by clicking here or give us a call on 07 5427 0880 and we’d be happy to assist you and your child/ren!

Kate
May 25, 2024

I was pleased with the service that I received. The dentist was friendly, and gentle and explained each step of the treatment during my dental visit. I have always found the practice to be nothing but professional. I would happily recommend them to anyone.

Daniel Baker
May 25, 2024
Anna Dennison
May 23, 2024

I have been going to this clinic for a few years now. Highly recommend booking with Alistair he provides excellent dental care.

Team TwentyNine
May 7, 2024

Best dental surgery around. 10/10

Mel Everitt
May 2, 2024

Attended on short notice due to emergency procedure. The staff were amazing. From receptionist to the dentist, they could not do enough to ensure my husband's tooth was fixed and pain free. We will continue to attend this dental clinic due to the outstanding professionalism. A special thank you to Dr Danny who was beyond lovely and due to his warm manner and fantastic skills has my husband agreeing with me to continue to attend this practice. (My hubby hates dental procedures) I would recommend this clinic to anyone who wants 5 star service.

Sharilyn Puig
April 30, 2024

Very professional no pain whatsoever.

Tim Urry
April 18, 2024
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April 12, 2024
Kyle Eustace
March 24, 2024
marileen
March 21, 2024

Always super helpful and friendly and easy to talk to. Used to see Dr graham and now dr Jeremy and couldn’t be happier with his service. The kids love going there and always ask when their next check up is. Highly recommend!!

Edmund Wasilewski
March 15, 2024

Very impressed with Dr Dan. Extremely polite, fair minded, definitely going to make Dr Dan our family Dr. Thank you

John & Sue Newell
March 12, 2024

My 1st time here, felt very comfortable with my whole experience. Friendly staff & dentist explained what she was going to be doing & what choices I'd have for next visit.

Natalie Schultz
March 11, 2024

Dr Alistair at fernvale dental is amazing! Never liked visiting the dentist but the whole team is fantastic. I wouldn’t go anywhere else!

Sherry McDowell
March 11, 2024

If I could give the Fernvale team more stars I would. Went above and beyond for my first visit - needed a tough tooth pulled, really tough!! Ladies on reception booked me first thing the following day!! No wait time prior to the appointment either. They took into account my needle phobia, explained what was happening at each stage of the extraction (minus the needle info - no one needs to hear that when a phobia is present lol). Great job Jeremy & Stevie. If you’re looking for a new dentist or new to the area I highly recommend.

sean b
March 11, 2024

Always have such a pleasant experience, and they are all amazing with my daughter, staff are super friendly and the admin team are very accommodating and a delight.

Scott Copeman
March 4, 2024

Lovely staff, dentist made wisdom tooth removal look effortless. Really put me at ease.

Luke Skywalker
March 1, 2024

Dr Dan is the most gentle dentist. I usually get a check up yearly. I had a bad experience at another practice 3 years ago so have not returned. 3 years of built up plaque . Was handle with gentle touch and reassurance that I had no right to expect . I will now book follow ups with Doctor Dan every 6 months . Extremely satisfied. Highly recommend 👌 👍 👏

Scott Sauerwald
February 23, 2024

Had one of my best experiences in regard to dentist work carried out today. I was made to feel welcome and relaxed for the entire treatment. Dr Dan was fantastic and along with the dental nurse took great care of me

Heidi O'Connor
February 23, 2024

Highly recommend Dr Danny and the team at Fernvale dental. I was recommended by a friend to try there as their prices are very competitive but also very professional and the staff are very friendly. I am half way through the work I need to get done including amalgam removal and definitely confident to keep going back.

Kelly Box
February 21, 2024

Best dentist team I’ve had to date. Caring, considerate and to the point of the problem quickly. Highly recommend.

Pfeiffer Coatings
February 18, 2024

Dr Alistair is fantastic. Gentle and explains everything very well.

Trevor Beagle
February 5, 2024

Exceptional staff! From reception, nurse to dentist. Dentist was very accommodating to my needs and discussed multiple options. Very happy with my visit!

Madeliene McGarrigal
January 27, 2024

Excellent care and aftercare. Friendly, professional and highly knowledgeable and competent staff. Highly recommend!

Kailan Tyler-Moss
January 23, 2024

Kind and friendly staff who provide incredible care and will go the extra mile for you!!

sam hamlin
January 21, 2024

DR Alistair and staff were polite, Friendly and made the visit as painless as possible.

Tamara Moore
January 19, 2024

I have always been welcomed by their friendly receptionist. The dentists are great with kids and do well to ease anxious patients.

Lyndsey Ebdon
January 19, 2024

Regular patients at Fernvale Dental, staff are friendly and knowledgeable, they are across concessions and entitlements and the dentists and nurses are lovely & great at their jobs! 100% recommend Fernvale Dental!

Sharon Kennedy
January 16, 2024

Honestly, you won't find a better dental practice. I drive from BRISBANE to attend Fernvale Dental, and have never had a bad experience with any of the dentists there over nearly ten years. Dr Chermaine Mok saw me yesterday, and a more perfect, pain-free appointment you could never have.She told me what she was doing throughout the process, was encouraging and kind, and utterly professional and knowledgeable, as was her assistant. Zero anxiety, no after-pain, and effective pre-work numbing made my session a breeze. She also sorted out acessing the one other practice's x- rays that I'd had taken last year (they were nowhere near as good, but it was kind of an emergency) which saved me hundreds of dollars.20/10, highly recommended in all regards. I'll never go anywhere else.

Tracey Kaye
November 4, 2023

Both my husband and I are incredibly excited to have found Fernvale Dental Clinic. Our dental health is the best it has been in years. We found all of the staff to be caring, pleasant and professional. In particular, we would like to mention, Dr Divya Mohan, Josephine and Megan. We recommend their services to anyone requiring exceptional dental care.

David L
October 16, 2023

Dr Alistair did a wonderful job after losing mt filling in a front lateral incisor. Looks good, feels good, great job.

Marc Harrison
October 3, 2023

Great experience, staff was lovely and the dentist did a great job with minimal pain

Renata Radic
August 22, 2023

highly recommended, was very pleased with their service and friendly staff 😀 will be going back for sure .

Beryl Kennedy
July 13, 2023

The Dentist and his staff are always friendly and helpful. I'm very pleased with the dental services they provide. I recommend anyone new to give them a go you won't be disappointed.

Elizabeth Grant
July 3, 2023

I had my first visit to this Clinic today - I was offered a cancelled appointment and arrived with much trepidation as I knew I would probably need a crown for a tooth that broke last night. I don’t have enough room to express my gratitude and to compliment Dr Jeremy Yang and his assistant, Grace, on the wonderful service provided. I was immediately put at ease and throughout the process, Dr Yang explained to me exactly what he was doing. I can’t begin to explain the relief I felt when I walked out of the clinic two and a half hours later, with the crown in place! A big thank you (and the wonderful Reception staff also deserve a special mention). Elizabeth Grant

Carol MacLennan
June 29, 2023

I have never experienced such a wonder service from all staff encountered on my first visit to this practice. All staff setting extremely high standards of professionalism and friendliness, how health care should be.

Richard Faint
May 29, 2023

Excellent service. I had an emergency with no appointment. Looked after promptly with a great result. Highly recommend 👍

Ethan Kohler
May 25, 2023

Could not ask for better service. Amazing friendly staff

Meredith Johnston
May 25, 2023

My recent visit to Fernvale Dental was a very positive experience. Dr Jeremy Yang and his Dental Assistant Grace were fantastic. They were incredibly patient with me (and my anxiety), explained everything as we went and were very efficient. I have had zero issues since the procedure. The clinic even called to check in a couple of days later! The clinic is very clean and tidy, there are TV screens on the roof to give patients something to look at (especially the kids), and there was minimal wait time for my appointment. I would definitely recommend Fernvale Dental to others.

Naomi Pamela
May 11, 2023

The loveliest dentists and reception I have ever encountered. They really take good care of their patients and explained everything gently and thoroughly. Very professional service. Thanks so much.

daryl vogler
May 1, 2023

Exceptional service and care , would recommend to everyone.

Rick Simpson
March 10, 2023

Excellent manner and friendly atmosphere. They did everything they could to calm my nerves. Great service from the front end staff to the assistant to the dentist

Maryann Kemp
February 21, 2023

This was my first visit to Fernvale Dental and found the whole experience to be very pleasant. Dr Vincent was informative and knowledgeable. Would recommend Fernvale Dental

vic hil
December 17, 2022

Great dental service...and great pens!! Thank you

Jennifer Jones
December 13, 2022

Great staff,kind,gentle dentist

Ryan Stephenson
November 16, 2022

Fernvale Dental is without question the best dentist I have ever been too. Such a great dentist who is incredibly good at his profession and all the staff are super friendly, and to top it off they are very well priced. If I ever move away from the area I'd travel to continue to use their service.

Tayla kidd
November 14, 2022

Dr Alistair is the best dentist we have seen in 20 years. He sees my whole family and we have had nothing but good experiences. He takes his time and is very thoroughly with his explanations. The whole staff at Fernvale Dental are amazing and extremely accomodating. We could not recommend them enough!

Christopher Scott
October 25, 2022

Had great service from Fernvale dental.Staff were friendly and the Veterans Affairs process was significantly easier than I had been led to believe, probably because of the professionalism of the staff.

Tyigarr
October 20, 2022

AWESOME service, attitude, professionalism in dental care. So glad my dental emergency happened nearby. Very happy outcome.

ascending
September 13, 2022

Really good experience, explained my options and listened. Comfy chair and relaxing video playing on the ceiling.