Baby teeth, or what dentists call primary dentition, play a crucial role in a child’s overall growth and development. In fact, it can even be possible to predict whether a child will need braces or not solely based on their baby teeth. This comprehensive guide aims to shed light on the intricacies of primary dentition to help parents better understand and care for their children’s teeth. This includes when baby teeth erupt into the mouth if they’re coming into the mouth the right way, and what to do about it.