Kidsville Dental

Protect and Restore Your Child’s Teeth with Crowns

Durable Solutions for Strong and Healthy Smiles

Dental crowns are caps placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength. They are commonly used to protect teeth that are severely decayed, damaged, or weakened. At Kidsville Dental, we offer durable, child-friendly crowns to ensure your little one’s smile stays healthy and beautiful.

Why Crowns are Needed

  • To restore teeth with large cavities.
  • To protect weak teeth from breaking.
  • To cover and support a tooth after Root Canal Treatment.

Types of Dental Crowns for Kids

Stainless Steel Crowns (SSCs)

Tooth-Colored Crowns

Zirconia Crowns

  • Ideal for molars.
  • Durable and cost-effective.
  • Made of composite or ceramic materials.
  • Aesthetic option for front teeth.
  • Strong and highly aesthetic.
  • Resistant to wear and staining.

When Should Your Child Get a Crown?

Signs Your Child May Need a Crown:

Extensive decay or a large cavity.

Cracked or fractured tooth.

Tooth treated with Root Canal Therapy.

Crowns can also be used to safeguard teeth in children with high cavity risk or developmental issues.

The Crown Placement Procedure at Kidsville Dental

Step 1

Examination and Preparation

  • Thorough check-up and digital X-rays to assess the tooth’s condition.
  • Numbing the tooth for a pain-free experience.

Step 2

Shaping the Tooth

  • Removing decay and shaping the tooth for the crown.

Step 3

Fitting the Crown

  • For stainless steel crowns: custom-fit during the same visit.
  • For tooth-colored or zirconia crowns: impressions may be taken for a custom design.

Step 4

Placement

  • Securing the crown onto the tooth using dental cement.
Benefits of Dental Crowns

Protection and Strength

Long-Lasting Solution

Aesthetic Appeal

Shields the tooth from further damage or decay.

Designed to withstand chewing and biting forces.

Especially with tooth-colored and zirconia crowns, your child’s smile remains natural-looking.

Post-Crown Care

Daily Dental Hygiene

Teach your child to brush and floss around the crown carefully.

Regular Check-Ups

Routine visits to ensure the crown remains in good condition.

Avoid Hard Foods

Discourage your child from biting on hard items like ice or candies.

FAQs About Crowns

How long do crowns last?

With proper care, pediatric crowns can last until the primary tooth naturally falls out.

Are crowns noticeable?

Tooth-colored crowns and zirconia options are designed to blend seamlessly with natural teeth.

Is the procedure painful?

No, the tooth is numbed during the procedure, and we ensure a comfortable experience for your child.

Protect Your Child’s Smile with Durable Crowns

Book a Consultation to Learn More About Our Crown Options

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