Pediatric Dental Crowns in Oak Park, IL
Dental crowns are custom caps that can be placed over a tooth to instantly restore its strength, and in the case of tooth-colored dental crowns, appearance as well. Petite Smiles Pediatric Dentistry offers pediatric dental crowns that are designed to repair tiny teeth and get kids back to smiling big again in no time. Interested in learning more or scheduling your child’s next visit? Please contact us!
Contact UsIs a crown necessary for baby teeth?
Sometimes a pediatric dental crown is the best restorative option for baby teeth, especially if a tooth is badly decayed or damaged and can’t be restored with a regular filling. Crowns help protect the tooth, keep it strong, and hold space for the adult tooth to come in correctly. Even though baby teeth eventually fall out, they play a big role in your child’s oral health, speech, and chewing, so keeping them healthy is important.
What’s the difference between stainless steel and tooth-colored crowns?
Stainless steel crowns are silver in color and often used on molars because they’re very strong and cost-effective. Tooth-colored crowns blend in better with natural teeth and are usually used for front teeth, where appearance matters more. Both types work well to protect a tooth and restore its function, and our Oak Park pediatric dental team can help decide which one is best for your child based on the location and condition of the tooth.
When does a child need a dental crown?
A child may need a dental crown if a tooth has a large cavity, has been treated with a baby root canal (pulp therapy), or is cracked or worn down. Crowns provide strong, full coverage to protect the tooth from further damage and keep it in place until it’s ready to fall out naturally. Dr. Murphy will only recommend a crown when it’s the best way to save the tooth and support your child’s overall dental health. If a less invasive restorative treatment, like a filling, will work better, then we will be happy to utilize that restoration.
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