If your child needs restorative treatment in the form of a filling or crown, our doctors and their team will create a custom treatment plan for your child and review all options with you before treatment begins. We believe a conservative approach to children’s dentistry is usually the best course of action.
Fillings are placed in the tooth following decay removal to preserve natural tooth structure. Nowadays most fillings are made of a composite resin that is matched to your child’s natural tooth color. In some rare instances amalgam (silver) fillings may be used.
Crowns can be made of many different materials depending on where in your child’s mouth they are to be used. Stainless steel, resin, and zirconia are all durable choices and require very similar preparations.
Why Does My Child Need a Crown?
Sometimes an area of decay is too large for a filling or the decay has compromised the whole side of a tooth, so there is not enough tooth structure to support a filling. If your child has an accident that results in a heavily damaged tooth or if your child is at high risk for developing cavities, the doctor may decide it’s best to preserve the entire remaining structure.
If you are concerned that your child needs a crown, our doctors and their team are happy to answer all your questions.
Restorative Dentistry FAQs
Pediatric restorative dentistry focuses on repairing and protecting children’s teeth that are damaged by cavities, trauma, or other dental issues. The main goals are to restore normal function, maintain healthy tooth structure, prevent further decay, and support proper growth of the jaw and bite. Treatments also aim to keep children comfortable, reduce pain, and build positive experiences with dental care.
Crowns for baby teeth aren’t always needed, but they can be important in certain cases. If a child has a large cavity, weak tooth structure, or a broken tooth, a crown can protect the tooth, restore its shape, and prevent further damage. Crowns help baby teeth function properly for chewing and speaking, and they keep space for permanent teeth to grow in correctly.
Whether a child needs a filling depends on the size and location of the cavity. Small cavities may sometimes be monitored, but most cavities that are causing damage, discomfort, or risk of infection require a filling. Fillings restore the tooth, prevent further decay, and help maintain proper chewing and oral health. Your family dentist can examine your child’s teeth and recommend the safest and most effective treatment for their specific needs.
Baby teeth play a big role in your child’s overall oral health. They help your child chew and speak properly and guide permanent teeth into the right positions. Healthy baby teeth prevent pain and infection, and they support proper jaw development. Even though they eventually fall out, keeping them strong and healthy is important because early decay can affect the growth of permanent teeth and your child’s confidence in their smile.
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