Why Choose Woodland Pediatric Dentistry for Dental Crowns?
- Durable Stainless Steel Dental Crowns
- Sedation Dentistry Available
- Proudly In-Network with Many Dental Plans
Dental Crowns – East Cobb, GA
Lasting Protection for Your Child’s Growing Smile
If your child has a tooth that has become broken or is suffering from excessive decay that cannot be protected by a standard sized dental filling, they may be an ideal candidate for a dental crown treatment. Made of durable, long-lasting stainless steel, Dr. Vahid uses dental crowns in East Cobb to save the underlying structure of your child’s tooth and safeguard it from further damage. These restorations were designed to remain on your child’s baby teeth until they fall off naturally as their mouth grows. Placing a crown helps avoid the need for a tooth extraction, which if done prematurely can cause alignment issues and problems with the development of their permanent teeth that could eventually require orthodontic treatment later in life.
What Is a Dental Crown?
When a tooth becomes cracked or significantly decayed, a traditional dental filling may not be large or strong enough to adequately protect it. Durable dental crowns are deluxe fillings that fit over the existing tooth like a cap, restoring the function of the tooth while protecting the underlying structure from additional damage. At Woodland Pediatric Dentistry, we use stainless steel crowns because they provide long-lasting defense against cavity-causing bacteria while allowing complete function to your child’s precious baby teeth.
The Process of Getting a Dental Crown
Getting a dental crown is a very common procedure, but one that is essential for protecting your child’s growing smile. First, Dr. Vahid will numb the area of the mouth the tooth is in to ensure your child is completely comfortable. We also offer sedation options for those children who need a little extra help relaxing during dental treatment. If you are interested in learning more about your child’s sedation options, please contact our office in advance of your appointment.
Once numb, Dr. Vahid will take impressions of your child’s tooth, and then remove the damaged portions of enamel and reshape the tooth to accommodate the crown. She will then attach the stainless-steel crown over the tooth, and your child will be free to enjoy their newly restored smile with no downtime.
Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown
While it is understandable to wonder why your child might need a dental crown on a baby tooth, the truth is that even badly damaged or decayed baby teeth are worth saving. That’s because they act as valuable placeholders for permanent teeth that are not ready to emerge. By extracting a tooth ahead of schedule, it can encourage the adult tooth to erupt early, causing crowding and bite issues that could require orthodontic treatment later.
Dental crowns protect the tooth from worsening oral health problems, restoring its function so your child can enjoy a full diet and avoid speech articulation issues. Crowns have a variety of incredible benefits, including:
- Improved comfort and chewing capabilities.
- Protection of the natural teeth so they do not require extraction.
Dental crowns are easy to care for, too. To ensure that your child’s new dental crown lasts for as long as possible, be sure they brush and floss regularly, visit Dr. Vahid every six months for their regular preventive checkups and cleanings, and avoid foods that are excessively sticky or crunchy such as hard candies and ice cubes.
Dental Crowns FAQs
What will my child’s dental crown be made from?
It’s natural to wonder what materials will be used for your child’s restoration. Dr. Sheh provides resilient dental crowns made from silver or stainless steel that are strong enough to withstand the daily pressures of biting and chewing. This material usually lasts long enough to protect a baby tooth until it falls out naturally, helping to shield their still-developing smile.
Not only that, but silver crowns can be premade, making it easier to provide and place them in a single appointment to reduce wait times that might otherwise be required to repair your child’s tooth with a ceramic prosthetic.
Are dental crowns permanent?
Are you wondering whether the tooth-shaped cap placed over your kid’s damaged, decayed, or injured tooth is a temporary fix? These restorations may not always be considered permanent because, in some cases, they can be worn down, damaged, or dislodged.
But they’re not intended to be removed once they’re cemented in place except by a qualified professional, such as Dr. Sheh. If you’ve noticed that your child’s dental crown seems loose, wobbly, or unstable, please contact our office to schedule an appointment so we can ensure it fits and functions as intended.
How long will my child’s dental crown last?
It’s only natural to have questions about the future of your child’s smile, including how long their tooth-shaped cap is likely to last. Thankfully, these resilient prosthetics are known to last 5 to 15+ years when properly cared for.
Fortunately, helping your kid care for their dental crown can be as simple as establishing a twice-daily dental hygiene routine of brushing and flossing to remove troublesome plaque and bacteria that can erode the underlying tooth. It’s also best to avoid giving them overly hard, crunchy, or sticky foods that could yank or push it out of place. Finally, visiting our team for a checkup and cleaning every 6 months allows us to monitor their dental health to ensure everything remains in great shape.
Can my child’s dental crown get cavities?
Your child’s restoration isn’t made from the same organic components as their natural enamel, so there’s no need to worry that it will develop decay. But that doesn’t mean it’s invincible. If your child gets cavities or gum disease, the damage to the underlying tooth or connective tissues can leave the covering without enough healthy material to attach to.
This can cause it to become destabilized or even dislodged. That means helping your kid keep their mouth clean, watch what they eat, and attend routine preventive visits can help safeguard their smile as well as their dental crown.