[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If Dr. Bhaumik and Dr. Mila or another pediatric dentist suggests to you that your child may need a dental crown, you may wonder why it’s necessary if they have never had one before when they’ve had a cavity. Typically, we use a simple filling to repair lost tooth structure from a cavity. However, if too much time has passed, the damage may be too extensive for a filling, requiring a crown instead.
Reasons for a Dental Crown
There are quite a few different reasons that would cause your child to need a dental crown. Here are just a few of them:
Broken or Fractured Teeth – A broken or fractured tooth allows bacteria to colonize it much more easily. A crown will allow you to seal the tooth from bacteria that allows it to protect itself from decay.
An Old (Fillling) Restoration is Lost – Unfortunately, old fillings have a lifespan. If your child has lost a filling recently, their teeth can likewise become very vulnerable to decay and cavities. A crown is often the best option for patients with a lost filling on a significantly damaged tooth or for a filling that keeps breaking or falling out.
Your Tooth Has Extensive Decay – If your child’s tooth has extensive decay, when your pediatric dentist takes a look at their tooth, they will see that a regular filling won’t be enough to restore the integrity of the tooth. In this case, in order to save the root of the tooth, a crown is necessary.
Regardless of the reason for needing a pediatric dental crown, Dr. Bhaumik and Dr. Mila and the Stonebrook Team will spend time with you. Dr. Bhaumik and Dr. Mila will explain to you all of your options when it comes to restoring your child’s teeth. Contact Stonebrook Pediatric Dentistry today to book a consultation!
