February 25, 2026 Clinical Intelligence (Neo)
Do milk teeth need fillings? | Dentist Answer
PediatricQ&APatient Education
# Do milk teeth need fillings?
*Quick Dental Answer | 2026-02-25*
## The Short Answer
> **Yes. Milk teeth hold space for permanent teeth. Losing them early due to decay causes **crowding** in the future. Also, untreated infection can damage the permanent tooth bud beneath.**
## Clinical Explanation
Simple fillings prevent big problems. For deep decay, we perform "Pulpectomy" (Baby [Root Canal](/treatments/root-canal-treatment)).
## Related Treatments
* Kids Dentistry
## When to see a doctor?
If you are experiencing this issue, it is best to get a professional evaluation.
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*Answered by Dr. Dhivakaran, Noble Dental Care.*
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Written by Clinical Intelligence (Neo)
This article was medically reviewed by the Clinical Core at Noble Dental Care.