Custom pediatric spacer appliances at PRALASH Dermystique & Dentique, HRBR Layout. Protect space for permanent teeth after an early tooth loss.
A space maintainer is a small, custom-made dental appliance used after a baby tooth is lost earlier than expected — due to decay, trauma or extraction. It holds open the space left behind so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap.
This preserves the correct path and spacing for the permanent tooth to erupt naturally, preventing crowding and reducing the likelihood of orthodontic treatment later in life.
We assess the gap and confirm the position and timing of the developing permanent tooth beneath.
A simple, comfortable impression of the teeth and gap is taken to design a custom-fit appliance.
The space maintainer is custom-made in the lab to fit precisely around your child's teeth.
The appliance is cemented onto adjacent teeth (fixed types) or fitted to clip in place (removable types) — no anaesthesia needed.
Regular check-ups monitor the permanent tooth's eruption and confirm when the appliance can be removed.
A fixed appliance with a band on one adjacent tooth and a wire loop holding the space — used for a single missing tooth.
Similar to band and loop but anchored with a crown, used when the adjacent tooth needs restoration too.
Used when a second baby molar is lost before the first permanent molar erupts, guiding it into correct position.
A removable acrylic appliance used for multiple missing teeth, taken out for cleaning as needed.
Cost depends on appliance type and number of teeth involved.
Fixed appliance for a single missing tooth space.
For teeth needing restoration or guiding erupting molars.
For multiple missing teeth, removable for easy cleaning.
Precise fitting and monitoring by dentists experienced in children's developing bites.
Each appliance is individually designed to fit your child's mouth comfortably and securely.
Scheduled reviews track permanent tooth eruption so the appliance is removed at the right time.
Proactive space management can reduce the extent of orthodontic treatment needed later.
| Factor | With Space Maintainer | Without Space Maintainer |
|---|---|---|
| Space for Permanent Tooth | Preserved | Often lost to drifting |
| Crowding Risk | Low | High |
| Future Orthodontic Need | Reduced | Increased |
| Chewing Function | Maintained | May be affected |
Space maintainers are often recommended after a Pulpectomy or extraction. See our full Pediatric Dentistry overview for all children's treatments.
Book a consultation at PRALASH Dermystique & Dentique, HRBR Layout — custom space maintainers fitted with care.