Baby teeth play a crucial role beyond just being placeholders for adult teeth. It’s important for parents to recognise that these primary teeth significantly influence a child’s facial development, smile, and their willingness to smile. Early confidence and the habit of smiling freely can have a lasting positive effect. Conversely, dental discomfort, even if it seems minor and becomes normalised, can negatively affect a child’s eating habits, including their chewing ability, food preferences, and overall food intake.