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Space Maintainers for Children in Aydın

A small appliance that keeps the gap open when a baby tooth is lost early, until the permanent tooth underneath comes through.

When?When a baby tooth is lost early
TypeFixed or removable
First stepExamination and X-rays

+90 256 212 46 46 WhatsApp Appointment

Pediatric dentiston our team
Monitored with X-raysuntil the permanent tooth comes through
Open on Saturdays10:00–18:00
Free parkingEfeler, Şair Ömer Boulevard

What’s on this page?

Space maintainers in brief Why is it needed?Types of space maintainer Step by step Treatment team Use and care Frequently asked questions

Space maintainers in brief

Baby teeth hold the place for the permanent teeth coming in underneath. If a baby tooth is lost too early because of decay or an injury, the neighbouring teeth can drift into the gap and leave no room for the permanent tooth.

A space maintainer is a small appliance used to keep this gap open until the permanent tooth comes through. Whether one is needed is decided with an X-ray, based on the tooth that was lost, the child’s age and when the permanent tooth underneath is expected.

If a baby tooth is lost early, the neighbouring teeth can drift into the gap. A space maintainer keeps the gap open until the permanent tooth comes through.

Why?

Why is a space maintainer needed?

If the gap is not kept open, these problems can occur:

Teeth driftingNeighbouring teeth tilt or drift into the gap.

No room for the permanent toothThe permanent tooth may stay impacted or come through in the wrong place.

CrowdingIrregular teeth that may need orthodontic treatment later.

Chewing problemsThe opposing tooth growing down into the gap.

Options

Types of space maintainer

Which type is suitable depends on where the lost tooth was and how many teeth were lost.

Fixed space maintainer

•How is it fitted? Bonded to a neighbouring tooth
•When is it used? Usually when one tooth is lost
•Point to watch: Cleaning well around it

Removable space maintainer

•How is it fitted? The child can put it in and take it out
•When is it used? When more than one tooth is lost
•Point to watch: Wearing it regularly

When the permanent tooth starts coming through, the dentist removes the space maintainer.

Process

Space maintainer treatment step by step

Examination and X-raysDay 1

Impressionsame or next visit

Fittingabout 1–2 weeks later

Check-upat regular intervals

Examination and X-raysDay 1
The lost tooth, the permanent tooth underneath and the gap are assessed.
Impressionssame or next session
An impression is taken; the appliance is made specially for the child.
Fittingabout 1–2 weeks later
The space maintainer is fitted and its use and cleaning are explained.
Checkat regular intervals
It is checked until the permanent tooth comes through, and removed when the time comes.

Space maintainers at MC Multi Clinic

Who is on your treatment team?

Space maintainer treatment is planned and followed up by our paediatric dentist.

The MC Multi Clinic team at the clinic entrance

MC Multi Clinic team · Efeler, Aydın

Gizem Genç Danışman, DDS

Pediatric dentist

Check-ups, space maintainers and treatment of baby teeth for children.

From our clinic

Inside the clinic

Gizem Genç Danışman, DDS, in the children's area — Children’s area

Dr. Şirin Yaylalı Altuntaş in the waiting area — Waiting area

Dr. Betül Hamitoğlu in the treatment room — Treatment room

If your child has lost a baby tooth early, let us start with an examination

Weekdays 10:00–19:00 · Saturday 10:00–18:00
Şair Ömer Boulevard No:1, Efeler / Aydın

WhatsApp +90 256 212 46 46

Use and care

What should you pay attention to when your child has a space maintainer?

First days

It may feel strange in the mouth at first; children get used to it in a few days
Avoid hard and sticky food

Every day

Brush carefully around the appliance
Wear a removable appliance regularly, as the dentist advises

Check

Don’t miss check-up appointments
Call the clinic if the appliance breaks, comes loose or digs in

Our clinic

MC Multi Clinic, Efeler

The MC Multi Clinic team at the reception

Getting here and facilities

AddressGirne Mah., Şair Ömer Boulevard No:1, Efeler / Aydın
Opening hoursWeekdays 10:00–19:00, Saturday 10:00–18:00
ParkingFree parking
AccessWheelchair-accessible entrance
PaymentCredit card and contactless payment

After a baby tooth is lost, the gap can close quickly. So it is best not to delay the examination after a tooth is lost.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about space maintainers

Is a space maintainer needed every time a baby tooth is lost?

No. If the permanent tooth will come through soon, or the gap is not at risk of closing, it may not be needed. The decision is made with an X-ray.

Does a space maintainer hurt?

Fitting it does not hurt. It may feel strange for the first few days; children usually get used to it quickly.

How long does a space maintainer stay in?

Until the permanent tooth underneath starts coming through. How long that takes depends on the tooth that was lost and the child’s age.

What should we do if the space maintainer breaks?

Keep the appliance and call the clinic; we will see whether it can be repaired or needs replacing.

Can my child eat everything with a space maintainer?

Most foods are fine. Chewing gum, sticky sweets and very hard foods should be avoided.

How can I make an appointment?

To make an appointment you can call +90 256 212 46 46, message our WhatsApp line or fill in the appointment form on the website. The clinic is open weekdays 10:00–19:00 and Saturday 10:00–18:00.

Treating dentistGizem Genç Danışman, DDSPediatric dentist · MC Multi ClinicLast updated: October 2026The information on this page is for general guidance and does not replace an examination.

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