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If your little one has a sore tooth and you’re worried that they may have a cavity, we're here to help at Kids Tooth Team. At our office, we specialize in a gentle, kid-friendly approach to treating cavities. If you think that your child needs a filling, contact us right away to get the care you need.
Tooth-colored fillings are made from a durable, natural-looking material called composite resin. They’re used to repair cavities by bonding directly to your child’s tooth, restoring its shape and function without the shiny silver look of metal fillings. These fillings blend right in with your child’s smile and are a safe, strong, and kid-friendly option for treating small to mid-sized cavities.
There are two very important steps you can take to prevent cavities in your child.
Regular six-month preventive care appointments at Kids Tooth Team will help us track your child’s oral health, recognize when a tooth may be at risk of a cavity, and recommend preventive treatments like dental sealants and fluoride treatments.
Your little one needs to brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, and their teeth should be flossed once per day. You also should help your child maintain a tooth-healthy diet low in sugary foods and drinks to reduce their risk of cavities.
There are two very important steps you can take to prevent cavities in your child.
Regular six-month preventive care appointments at Kids Tooth Team will help us track your child’s oral health, recognize when a tooth may be at risk of a cavity, and recommend preventive treatments like dental sealants and fluoride treatments.
Your little one needs to brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, and their teeth should be flossed once per day. You also should help your child maintain a tooth-healthy diet low in sugary foods and drinks to reduce their risk of cavities.
We love welcoming new folks ‘round these parts. If you’re planning your first visit, be sure to take advantage of our new patient special. With a free second opinion consultation, we’ll make sure your little one gets started off on the right foot at our office.
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Your child’s mouth will be gently cleaned. Then, the treatment area will be numbed to ensure their comfort. They also can be sedated with laughing gas to keep them feeling more comfortable.
Next, your child’s tooth will be prepared. Their doctor will clean away decay and damaged enamel with a dental drill, exposing healthy, fresh enamel and eliminating decayed tooth material.
Once the tooth is prepared, their doctor will fill the cavity using several layers of tooth-colored resin. Each layer will be shaped, molded, and hardened using a UV light to restore the function and appearance of your child’s tooth. When done, the doctor will check your child’s bite to ensure everything looks good, and they will be all done.
Give us a call to chat with one of our friendly team members!
Cavities, also known as “tooth decay,” are decayed patches of enamel and dentin on your child’s tooth. Cavities occur when oral bacteria build up due to improper oral hygiene. As these bacteria feed off of and digest food particles, they begin to reproduce, and to excrete acid.
Over time, this acid weakens the tough, hard enamel that protects your child’s tooth. Eventually, a “soft spot” will form, and this will progress into a cavity.
Cavities are a serious oral health problem, and can lead to premature tooth loss, oral infections, and other such problems. If you think your child may have a cavity, contact Kids Tooth Team to get them the treatment they need.
Kids are often nervous and scared of getting their first filling. They don’t know what to expect, and that makes the procedure very intimidating. If your child is very anxious or nervous, Kids Tooth Team can help.
We offer sedation dentistry with laughing gas. This type of sedation uses a nose mask to deliver a mixture of nitrous oxygen to their lungs. As they breathe in the gas, they will relax and feel more comfortable. With sedation, your child can get their filling in comfort at Kids Tooth Team.
Give us a call to chat with one of our friendly team members!