Kids Crown and Root Canal Treatment in Rohini, Delhi
What Exactly Are Baby Teeth Caps?
A dental crown is a kind of protective cover that is placed over a tooth, typically to restore them after decay. When crowns are used on baby teeth, they’re typically intended just to help replace the function of a natural tooth until it is ready to fall out on its own. The terms “cap” and “crown” are interchangeable.
When is it Necessary to Put Crowns on Baby Teeth?
If there is damage to the baby teeth, they may need the added support and protection that the crowns can offer. Having caps put on baby teeth give them reinforcement until the permanent teeth come in to replace them.
Why Do Baby Teeth Need Crown?
Baby teeth eventually fall out, why put crowns on them? There are reasons to put porcelain crowns on children’s teeth, but not all baby teeth need them.
Causes for Crowns on Baby Teeth
Tooth Decay
Tooth decay is the number one reason that a crown may be needed on your child’s baby tooth.
Chipped or Broken Tooth
Accidents happen, and children are prone to them. A chipped or broken tooth from a hard fall or other impact may need treatment with a crown.
What Types of Baby Teeth Crowns Are There?
The location of where the porcelain crown for children’s teeth is needed may be the deciding factor on which type of crown to use.
Stainless Steel
When a crown on a molar is needed, stainless steel is common because it is more durable on the teeth that do the most chewing. Due to the blend of various metals, stainless steel crowns help prevent corrosion that can be exacerbated by saliva. Because they do not have a natural tooth color, the best place for these types of crowns is in the back area of the mouth. This type of baby teeth crown is also the most cost-effective.
Appearance: Metallic silver/ steel. Moderate to low aesthetics.
Duration: This chairside procedure takes 20-30 minutes.
Pain: Usually painless procedure, minor discomfort at gum level may occur.
Composite Strip
This type of baby tooth cap is used primarily on the front teeth as they are made with a clear plastic form or mold and will blend more with the natural color of the teeth.First your dentist will select a crown size appropriate to your child milk tooth. After this milk tooth is trimmed to accommodate a crown on it. Once the adjustment is made, strip crowns are cut a little and filled with white composite resin and then placed over the tooth. It is then light-cured and fixed. After this, the celluloid film can either be removed or left in place.
Appearance: Tooth-colored, Moderate to good aesthetics
Duration: The Chairside procedure takes 15-20 minutes only.
Pain: It is usually a painless procedure.
Resin Veneer
This type of crown combines the durability of stainless steel with the beauty of a resin facing, so its use can be on both the front and back baby teeth. The resin veneer baby teeth crowns are typically more expensive than stainless steel, composite and polycarbonate crowns.
Appearance: Tooth-colored, Moderate to good aesthetics
Duration: The Chairside procedure takes 15-20 minutes only.
Pain: It is usually a painless procedure.
Zirconia Ceramic
Also known as the “white crown,” zirconia ceramic can be used on the front or back teeth. It’s considered the top of the line when it comes to durability and aesthetics. It is also the most costly out of all the porcelain crown types for children’s teeth. Zirconia ceramic is composed of a porcelain material that does not bend, mold, or adjust as the stainless steel type does.
Appearance: Tooth-colored, excellent aesthetics.
Duration: Chairside procedure takes 15-20 minutes only
Pain: It is usually a painless procedure.
How Do I Care for my Kids Dental Crown?
Immediately after the procedure, it is normal for your child to feel minor discomfort in teeth. Some children feel bleeding from gums. But you need not worry, and just keep in mind the following Our Dentist instructions :
Avoid water intake for 30-45 mins as the cement takes time to become completely hard.
After the dental crown is placed, it is very important that your child avoids sticky or chewy foods for at least 2 days. Thus child should refrain from eating, candies, or chewing gums. Diet should be non-spicy and preferably cold.
What should I expect after my child’s dental crown procedure?
It is normal for your child to experience some discomfort caused by irritation of the tooth’s pulp or soft tissue around the tooth for up to 24 hours after the procedure. Over the counter medicines will help with the discomfort. It is important to contact Our dentist should the pain last longer than 24 hours.
It is very important to discourage eating until your child’s numbness has completely worn off. This prevents accidental bites of the lip or cheek, which can cause injury.
Healthy Smiles for Your Children Lifetime
While crowns are an important tool in restoring little mouths to health, remember to keep providing good oral care at home.
- Brushing and flossing daily,
- Visiting your dentist every six months
- Avoiding sugary snacks can all help to keep decay away