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Space Maintainers

Space maintainers help guide proper dental development by keeping space open for incoming permanent teeth, supporting a healthy, well-aligned smile.

Space Maintainers in Augusta, KS

Dental space maintainers help you protect your child’s developing smile by preserving the proper space for permanent teeth to come in correctly. When a baby tooth is lost too early, surrounding teeth can shift into the empty space, leading to alignment issues and future complications. With a custom-fit space maintainer, you can help ensure that your child’s teeth grow in as intended.

Your child’s treatment is carefully designed to support natural development while maintaining comfort and function. These appliances are tailored to fit securely and work effectively without disrupting daily activities. At Lakeside Dental & Wellness, your child receives personalized care focused on prevention—helping create a strong foundation for a healthy, well-aligned smile as they grow.

A detailed 3D rendering of a dental space maintainer placed in the lower jaw. The metal device keeps the space open for a permanent tooth when a baby tooth is lost prematurely.
  • What is a space maintainer?

    A space maintainer is a custom dental device that holds space open for permanent teeth after a baby tooth is lost too early.

  • When does my child need a space maintainer?

    Your child may need one if a baby tooth is lost prematurely and there is a risk of nearby teeth shifting out of place.

  • Are space maintainers comfortable?

    Yes, space maintainers are designed to fit comfortably and allow your child to eat and speak normally.

More questions about space maintainers?

Ready to protect your child’s smile as they grow? Schedule your consultation today and discover how space maintainers support healthy development and alignment.

Lakeside Dental & Wellness

2814 Ohio St.
Augusta, KS 67010
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Hours

Monday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am–12:00 pm

Phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Phone

316-775-5451

Email Address

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