Pediatric Dental Crowns
If your child's tooth cannot be repaired by a traditional dental filling, Dr. Keerthi Golla and Dr. Josh Lin may recommend a pediatric dental crown. This restorative treatment “caps” the tooth, helping fix any damage caused by dental decay. Call Almaden Valley Surfside Kids Dental at 408-770-9383 to learn more about pediatric dental crowns in Almaden Valley and San Jose, California, and schedule a visit with our pediatric dentists.
Although your child's primary, or baby, teeth are only temporary, they still need to be healthy and intact. Obviously, baby teeth help your child eat and speak properly, but they also act as “placeholders” that guide your child's permanent teeth into their proper position as they erupt. This makes baby teeth vital to your child's overall oral development and a healthy smile.
If your child develops a severe cavity, our pediatric dentists may suggest a pediatric dental crown to address the problem. In many cases, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a stainless steel dental crown to protect a decayed tooth or one that has undergone a pulpotomy.
Why choose stainless steel crowns?
- They are durable.
- They are cost-effective.
- They protect the entire tooth.
- The potential need for retreatment is greatly reduced.
- They are often a better choice than fillings for children under 4.
- They can help preserve your child's smile and can be used to hold a space maintainer in place.
If you are concerned about the health of one of your child's teeth, we welcome you to contact our San Jose office today at 408-770-9383. We can see your child for an examination and will do everything possible to keep them comfortable during their appointment.
