While kids are still mastering their oral hygiene routines, they can receive cavities from time to time. If their decay grows too large to repair with a traditional dental filling, we could place a crown to restore your child’s tooth instead. This treatment covers the entirety of their injury above the gum line to return… Read more »
If your child reports pain in one of their teeth, it could mean that they have a cavity. By bringing them to our office, we can examine their smile to determine if decay is present. Promptly removing their cavity can help prevent the loss of more healthy material or the possibility of dental infection. When… Read more »
If your child has an ache in one of their teeth that will not go away, you should let us know as soon as possible. This symptom could indicate a serious infection that left untreated, could spread to other parts of the body. To remove their infection and put an end to their dental pain,… Read more »
In our last blog, we talked about how dental sealants help protect your child’s teeth from tooth decay. We also provide additional services to help safeguard little smiles against the harm of cavities. By providing your child with a fluoride treatment, we can help strengthen their enamel to resist the corrosive effect of dental plaque…. Read more »
As children learn to take care of their smile, they can have difficulty accessing the teeth in the back of their mouth when brushing. To prevent cavities from forming as they develop the dexterity necessary to reach each tooth, we could offer a treatment to protect this part of their smile. Placing dental sealants can… Read more »
When tooth decay grows beyond the reparative capabilities of a dental filling, we could place a crown to heal your child’s tooth! Advancements in modern materials allow us to return a lifelike look to damaged teeth for patients of all ages. By returning the function of your child’s bite, they can enjoy a healthy smile… Read more »
When your dentist informs you that your child has a cavity, you may be a little alarmed. Any problem with a kid’s healthy development is a cause for concern, and maintaining a healthy smile is a goal for most parents. How will your child respond to removing a cavity? With a comforting approach, your Shirley,… Read more »
Just like their parents, kids need to visit the dentist regularly for cleanings and examinations twice per year. These appointments prevent and detect oral health problems like gum disease and tooth decay before they become worse. Each meeting with a member of your team lets your child receive a valuable review of their smile and… Read more »
When a filling isn’t enough to address the issues with your child’s smile, then we may recommend a dental crown! Each one is custom made and when possible, we use lifelike materials that blend with the smile. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about crowns for children!
When children complain about a toothache, this could mean the presence of a dental cavity. We want to help kids avoid discomfort, and to receive treatment so the teeth don’t become infected. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about placing fillings that look natural and that are safe for kids… Read more »
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