Pediatric Restorative Dentistry
Pediatric Restorative Dentistry offers preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments for children's teeth.
Overview
This is the perfect destination for parents looking for expert pediatric restorative dentistry services. Our experienced, caring staff provides the highest quality care to ensure your child's healthy smile. Our services include fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, and more. Schedule an appointment today and let us help keep your child's smile healthy.
Pediatric Restorative Dentistry is a specialized area of dentistry that focuses on restoring the natural appearance and function of children's teeth. This can include fillings, crowns, bridges, veneers, and other treatments to help restore the health of your child's teeth. Restorative dentistry helps to prevent cavities and other oral health problems as well as reduce the risk of future dental issues.
Our pediatric dentists have extensive experience in both preventive and restorative dental care and are committed to providing quality, compassionate care to ensure your child's teeth remain healthy and strong for years to come. We understand that children can be easily overwhelmed by the idea of dental care, so we strive to create a comfortable atmosphere that encourages them to maintain their oral health. Our team will work closely with you and your child to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that is tailored to your child's individual needs.
Causes
Restorative treatment becomes necessary when tooth decay progresses through enamel due to prolonged acid exposure from bacteria fermenting sugars. Insufficient fluoride, poor oral hygiene, and frequent consumption of cariogenic foods accelerate decay. Dental trauma, developmental defects like hypomineralization, and deep grooves in teeth also create vulnerabilities requiring restoration.
Prevention
Prevent the need for restorations through excellent oral hygiene, fluoride use, sealants, and limiting sugary foods and drinks. Treat early decay with minimally invasive approaches like silver diamine fluoride or fluoride varnish. Schedule regular dental visits to detect problems when they are small and easily treatable.
Questions About Pediatric Restorative Dentistry
What materials are used for pediatric dental fillings?
Pediatric fillings use tooth-colored composite resin, glass ionomer, or stainless steel crowns depending on the tooth location and extent of decay.
Will my child need fillings in baby teeth that will fall out anyway?
Yes, untreated decay in primary teeth can cause pain, infection, and damage to developing permanent teeth underneath.
How long do pediatric dental restorations last?
With proper care, composite fillings can last 5-10 years, while stainless steel crowns typically last until the primary tooth naturally exfoliates.
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