Pediatric Dental Fillings in Newark
Kids can have healthy teeth and gums, and that is something every parent wants. Sometimes children need dental fillings just like adults do. Tooth decay and cavities can lead to infection if not treated by a dentist.
Some parents may question whether a baby tooth needs a dental filling. They ask why the dentist doesn’t just pull it. But it’s best to keep the baby tooth until the permanent tooth grows in. The baby tooth acts like a placeholder, keeping nearby teeth from moving in, and causing misalignment and crowding.
Of course, just leaving a small cavity in the baby tooth could lead to an infection in the gums and more extensive dental work. It’s best to treat a cavity while it is small.
Rest assured that before filling any cavities, a pediatric dentist may use oral sedation or laughing gas to help the child's fear and anxiety. Next, the dentist will apply numbing topical medication on the gums and inject a numbing medication into the gums to prevent pain.
The tooth decay is then removed by the dentist, and the tooth is cleaned. Next, the filling is applied to the tooth. A putty-like composite resin is shaped by the dentist to fill in the tooth. A special light (laser or UV) is used to harden the composite resin into the tooth. Lastly, the dentist removes any excess composite resin so the tooth feels smooth and natural. We can also provide atraumatic restorative techniques that are less invasive than traditional fillings for some patients.
Composite resin is a tooth-colored filling material that is most often used to restore a child's tooth. The material is barely noticeable, so kids will not have to worry about being teased at school. Composite resin works on baby teeth and permanent teeth.
Pediatric Dental Fillings in 07102
If your child needs a tooth filling or has any other dental need, do not wait to provide them with treatment. A cavity can lead to infection and pain. Call our office in Newark at 862-955-2285 and make an appointment with a pediatric dentist who will examine your child and recommend the best treatment.
