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Children’s Dental Crowns—Garland, TX
Make Hurting Teeth Look & Feel Like New
Every child has accidents, and while this might just mean you have to clean up a spilled drink, we see many young patients with cracked and broken teeth as well. Plenty of children also develop toothaches and cavities despite their parents’ best efforts. Thankfully, all of these issues can be fixed with the same simple treatment—dental crowns in Garland, TX. Dr. Lily can use them to repair damaged enamel and reverse tooth decay so your little one’s smile looks and feels great again.
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What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a type of restoration that is placed directly over the top of a distressed tooth, so it is sometimes referred to as a “cap.” There, it’s able to accomplish several things at once. It can replace enamel that has been lost due to decay, reinforce a weakened tooth to prevent it from breaking, and restore the shape and function of a tooth following trauma.
The Dental Crown Process
After examining your child’s tooth and determining they would benefit from a crown, the first step is to reshape the tooth. This will involve removing a very small portion of enamel, which will create room for the crown while also getting rid of any enamel that can’t be saved. Your child’s mouth will be numbed with local anesthesia for this part of the procedure, so they shouldn’t feel anything while in the chair.
Once their tooth is ready, an impression will be taken, and this will be sent to a dental lab. Over the course of the next week or so, the crown will be designed and fabricated, during which your child will be given a temporary crown.
When their restoration is ready, your child will return to our office so Dr. Lily can swap in their final crown. She’ll secure it with dental cement before performing a few last checks to make sure the look, fit, and bite are absolutely perfect.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown
Dental crowns offer a wide range of benefits—they stop a cavity or cracked enamel from getting worse, improve the appearance of the smile, prevent excessive sensitivity, and allow a child to eat and speak comfortably.
When a crown is used to save a baby tooth from extraction, it not only preserves the look of the smile as well as the function of the bite, but it also prevents premature tooth loss, which can lead to the adult teeth coming in crooked and requiring orthodontic correction down the line. Our stainless-steel crowns ensure that restored back teeth are strong and durable, while our white all-zirconia crowns perfectly blend in with natural front teeth to create a seamless, attractive smile.
KIDS Dental Crowns FAQs
Does It Hurt to Get a Dental Crown?
Similar to receiving a regular tooth-colored filling, our team will first completely numb the area around your little one’s tooth before starting their procedure. This way they can undergo the process without having to worry about feeling any pain or discomfort while we work on their smile. Even so, in some cases, patients can still experience some mild soreness for several days following their appointment. This is usually short-lived and can easily be addressed by having them take over-the-counter pain medications. If your child continues to experience discomfort or their pain worsens, notify our team right away for help. That said, dental crowns are designed to protect teeth against further damage, meaning they can also prevent future discomfort.
What Can My Child Eat with a Temporary Crown?
Temporary dental crowns are designed to allow your little one to chew and eat comfortably while waiting for their permanent restoration. However, some foods will best be avoided, as many treats and meals can be too tough in texture. Foods that are too hard or sticky can potentially damage or even dislodge their provisional crowns, such as popcorn, hard bread, hard candy, corn on the cob, caramel, and chewing gum. Since there might be a tiny gap between your child’s temporary crown and gum line, you’ll want them to stay away from foods that can easily get trapped and accumulate bacteria in the hidden space, such as sugary treats and drinks.
Do Dental Crowns Get Cavities?
You will be glad to know that dental crowns themselves cannot form cavities. While this means your child won’t have to worry about their restorations getting decayed, the same can’t be said for the rest of their pearly whites. Furthermore, without proper care, their underlying tooth can end up accumulating bacteria even though they have a dental crown on top of it. Make sure your little one keeps up with their oral hygiene every day so that they can keep their gum line and the rest of their smile safe from germs and plaque that can develop around their treated tooth. Have them brush, floss, and rinse every day, and bring them to our team for their dental checkups and cleanings every six months.
Are Dental Crowns Covered by Insurance?
Since dental crowns are considered a major dental insurance treatment, they will typically have a portion of the total cost covered by dental insurance companies. This can involve about 50% coverage so long as you pay the deductible and before exceeding your annual maximum. Feel free to speak with our team about the specifics of your policy if you haven’t already spoken with your insurer, that way we can formulate a proper plan to help make your child’s treatment more affordable.