Placing Safe Fillings For Kids Of All Ages
Children of all ages could develop a cavity, which means kids of all ages also need to be able to receive a dental filling if necessary. With our composite resin dental fillings, we have a safe and durable solution. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about placing safe fillings for kids of all ages.
Tooth Decay in Little Smiles
If you bring your child in to see our team every six months for a checkup, then we can examine their smiles and catch tooth decay in the earliest stages of demineralization. Often, this means catching cavities before your little one experiences discomfort. Otherwise, you may not know your little one needs treatment until he or she complains about tooth sensitivity during meals or toothaches that don’t subside after a day or two. Treatment is crucial, even in baby teeth! Remember, the baby teeth may not fall out on their own for weeks, months, or even years after the decay develops, so leaving it be could mean the onset of infection, serious discomfort, and premature tooth loss, a major factor in the onset of misalignment. But we can offer relief and keep the smile intact with a filling.
Our Composite Resin Dental Fillings
Our team provides a metal-free option made from a blend of glass-like and acrylic-like particles. The composite resin is safe for children of all ages, from babies and toddlers to kids and teens. The placement process only takes one visit to complete. We will begin by examining the tooth and assessing the severity of decay. We then numb the tooth with a local anesthetic so your child stays comfortable as we remove the decay and then clean the outer structure. We apply the composite resin to the tooth in several layers, offering a more natural looking restoration than metal alternatives. We cure the material under a light as we shape the tooth, and the last step involves polishing the tooth for a brighter appearance.
Taking a Preventive Approach
We could also discuss treatment options like fluoride and dental sealants to lower the risk of tooth decay in little smiles, as well as routine professional cleanings every six months. At home, you should make sure your kids brush and floss daily with a fluoride toothpaste, and that they don’t indulge in too much sugar and starch. If you have any questions about how we treat cavities with a filling, then contact our team today.
PDC Kids Offers Kid-Friendly Dental Restorations
With our dental restorations, we can help repair and treat cavities in a child’s smile. To find out more about safe treatment for little smiles, call Pediatric Dental Care at Casa Linda in Dallas, TX, today at (214) 321-4880.
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