Children often need fillings due to tooth decay, which can result from a combination of sugary or acidic foods and inadequate oral care. As children grow and develop, they may not always remember to brush and floss properly, or may be more prone to snacking on foods that can harm their teeth. Decay in baby teeth, while temporary, can still cause significant discomfort and affect your child’s overall dental health.
A filling is typically needed when a cavity has formed due to decay in a child’s tooth. If left untreated, the decay can worsen, causing more significant damage to the tooth and potentially leading to pain or infection. Fillings restore the tooth’s structure, function, and appearance, making it easier for your child to chew, speak, and smile confidently. At Design Dentistry, we use materials that are safe and durable, such as tooth-colored composite fillings, which blend seamlessly with your child’s natural teeth, preserving their smile.
In some cases, if the decay is too advanced and the tooth cannot be saved, an extraction may be necessary. While baby teeth are eventually replaced by permanent adult teeth, it’s still important to address severe decay promptly. Leaving a decayed tooth untreated can lead to more serious complications, such as spreading infection or creating difficulty for the incoming adult tooth. In some cases, baby teeth may also need to be removed to create space for the permanent teeth to come in properly.
Our team at Design Dentistry is experienced in providing safe and gentle care during extractions. We aim to make the experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible for both the child and their parent.
We understand that visits to the dentist can be overwhelming for children. That’s why our team uses a range of techniques designed to keep your child at ease during their treatment. We administer a local anesthetic to numb the area, ensuring that your child doesn’t experience any pain during the procedure.Â
We also utilize the ‘tell-show-do’ method of pediatric dentistry. This approach is all about communication and transparency—first, we tell your child what we’re going to do, then show them the tools and explain how they’ll be used, and finally, we carry out the procedure while keeping your child calm and informed. This method eliminates any surprises and helps them feel more in control of the situation.
To make your child’s visit even more comfortable, we provide distractions such as TV or videos, so they can focus on something fun and engaging while we work. We also allow parents to be by their child’s side, offering reassurance and comfort during the procedure.
At Design Dentistry, we are committed to creating positive dental experiences for your child. Our goal is to ensure that your child not only receives the best possible dental care, but also leaves each visit feeling happy and confident. By making early dental visits fun, engaging, and non-threatening, we help foster a healthy relationship with oral care that can last a lifetime. We are always happy to answer any questions you may have about your child’s treatment and are here to make their dental visits as pleasant and stress-free as possible.
If you think your child may need a filling or extraction, or if you’re unsure about their oral health, don’t hesitate to contact us at Design Dentistry. Our team is here to provide expert care in a warm and welcoming environment. Schedule an appointment today, and let us help keep your child’s smile healthy and bright!
If you’re experiencing cold sensitivity, jaw or muscle pain or headaches, teeth chipping or wearing, difficulty flossing, bad breath, dry mouth or receding gums, you could have abnormal tooth alignment. If you are presenting any of these conditions, we can help get your teeth out of trauma and we can help treat the problem and the symptoms related to these conditions:
