Dental Crowns
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Your child's baby teeth, though temporary, are pivotal to your child's overall oral health, smile, and growth. Hence, it is crucial to manage their health and condition proactively, and address issues when they arise. If the damage to a tooth exceeds the scope of a regular filling, our child-friendly dentist may suggest a stainless-steel dental crown.
Understanding Dental Crowns
Dental crowns, also known as caps, are a bespoke restorative solution that snugly fits over a harmed tooth. They are designed to encompass the whole visible segment of the problem tooth, reinforcing its strength and safeguarding it against further harm. Dental crowns can be crafted from various materials, but the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry vouches for stainless-steel crowns in cases of prevalent tooth decay in children or post pulpotomy.
The process of installing most pediatric dental crowns typically requires one or two visits. Our pediatric dentist will assess your child's oral health and familiarize you with what to anticipate during the crown fitting procedure.
Why Choose Stainless-Steel Dental Crowns?
The benefits of stainless-steel crowns for children are manifold:
- Strength and durability
- Cost-effectiveness
- Comprehensive protection of the treated tooth
- Minimal to zero tooth sensitivity post-procedure
- Decreased likelihood of repeat treatments
- Superior efficacy compared to fillings for children under four
- An uncomplicated procedure for those requiring general anesthesia
- Effective as a space maintainer (stainless-steel crowns often serve as fixtures for space maintainers)
