In the normal course of events, the permanent teeth slowly dissolves the baby tooth root as it erupts under it. When there is little amount of root left, the baby tooth loses its attachment in the tooth socket and falls out. The permanent tooth then grows into the vacated place. However, if there is lack of space in the child’s jaw or otherwise no force to ‘push’ the baby tooth out, the root is retained. Since the adult tooth fail to exert pressure on the primary tooth, the roots take a longer time to soften. The new tooth then find its way to sprout behind the baby tooth by taking the path of least resistance. It fits itself comfortably here since there is adequate room available for it to emerge. You don’t have to worry much here because the new tooth will tend to move forward into the correct position on its own. Some children prefer to wiggle the teeth to fasten the process in the normal routine of eating, talking and touching to see what the new teeth feels like. Some just leave them hanging in there like a thread while the parents hope that the baby tooth will fall out naturally. Remember there maybe more amount of root present than you think. There is no need to ‘force’ a teeth out as it will fall eventually. There are chances for it to break and become infected possessing a more serious problem in situations where the root is only half dissolved. If it is loose, you can use a tissue and rotate the tooth. You will be able to pull it out easily if the root is absent. Loosing a tooth is a painless process but sore gums maybe present with the erupting first molars. Parents may give painkillers to ease the discomfort or any form of topical analgesics.child may complain that it is difficult to eat with a missing tooth. Ensure that your child has a balanced diet and assist her with the brushing and flossing to maintain a healthy set of dentition
