This is a relatively painless procedure and a very reliable one as well. Our son fell and chipped his tooth. My husband says to forget it, as it is just a baby tooth. If a baby tooth is injured it needs to be examined. The baby tooth is subject to decay just like adult teeth and they hold the space for the permanent teeth that will follow.
Premature loss can cause problems that are expensive to correct.
Usually, take your child to the dentist around 2 to 3 years of age. Clicking usually occurs when the cartilage is dislocated from its proper position. Without intervention, this process usually becomes worse and deteriorates. Treatments often consist of wearing a diagnostic appliance called an orthotic that keeps the jaw from becoming dislocated. If the repositioning with the orthotic maintains a stable relationship, permanent corrections can be provided.