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Dentist fitting a child with a space maintainer at Calgary South Dental

Space Maintainers for Kids in SE Calgary

When a baby tooth is lost too soon, keeping the space open matters. At Calgary South Dental, space maintainers help guide your child's permanent teeth into their proper position.

Call us today at 403-984-1616 or book your appointment online.

Close up of a dental space maintainer in a child's mouth

What Are Space Maintainers

A space maintainer holds open the space left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing nearby teeth from shifting into the gap before the permanent tooth is ready to come in. This helps guide permanent teeth into proper alignment as they develop.

Signs Your Child May Need This

  • Your child has lost a baby tooth earlier than expected due to injury or decay
  • Your dentist has noted a gap that may need to be maintained
  • There is a risk of neighboring teeth shifting into an open space
  • Your child's dentist recommends this as part of their treatment plan
  • You want to help support proper alignment as permanent teeth come in

What Is Included

  • An exam to assess the need for a space maintainer
  • Custom fitting of the appliance to your child's mouth
  • Guidance on caring for the space maintainer at home
  • Regular checkups to monitor how it is working
  • Removal once the permanent tooth is ready to come in

Why Choose Calgary South Dental for This

Our team takes a gentle, kid friendly approach to fitting and monitoring space maintainers, helping your child feel comfortable throughout the process. We keep parents informed at every step.

What to Expect at Your Visit

Fitting a space maintainer is a straightforward, comfortable procedure. Your child's dentist will take an impression or measurement to create a custom fit, then place the appliance and explain how to care for it at home. Follow up visits help monitor progress until it is time for removal.

Related Treatments

Space maintainers are often part of a broader preventive care plan that may also include sealants, fluoride, or a routine checkup schedule.

Cost of Space Maintainers

The cost of a space maintainer depends on the type used and your child's specific situation. Many insurance plans provide some coverage for pediatric dental appliances. Contact us for a personalized quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do space maintainers work?
A space maintainer holds open the gap left by a lost baby tooth so permanent teeth have room to come in properly.
How long does a child typically wear a space maintainer?
This varies depending on when the permanent tooth is expected to come in, and your dentist will monitor progress at regular checkups.
Are space maintainers uncomfortable for kids?
Most children adjust to wearing a space maintainer quickly, with only a short adjustment period after it is first placed.
Can my child eat normally with a space maintainer?
Most children can eat normally, though your dentist may recommend avoiding very sticky or hard foods that could damage the appliance.
Will my insurance cover a space maintainer?
Many insurance plans provide some coverage for pediatric dental appliances. We accept direct billing for most major providers and can help clarify your coverage.

Book Your Appointment

Help guide your child's smile in the right direction. Book their appointment at Calgary South Dental today, or call us at 403-984-1616.

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