Restorative Services

Tooth-colored fillings are the most lifelike material used to fill cavities. Composite fillings can be done in one visit. Once the decay is removed, the tooth is filled with this composite material that hardens immediately after placement.

Sometimes the bacteria that cause cavities reach the blood vessels and nerves inside the tooth (called the pulp). When this happens, it is important to clean out the infection by cleaning the inside of the tooth and placing a special medicament inside. Afterwards a crown is placed on top of the tooth to maintain the structural integrity of the tooth. Later on, when it's time for the baby tooth to fall out, it can do so naturally.

Crowns are used to restore damaged or decayed teeth in children. Crowns completely cover the remaining tooth structure after it has been treated. They can be made of many different materials, including stainless steel, composite materials, polycarbonate, resin, porcelain, and zirconia. We offer several different options, allowing us to choose what is best for each child and each tooth.

A tooth that can not be saved with restorative materials may need to be removed. Before removing the tooth, the area will be numbed with local anesthesia. The tooth is then loosened using a special dental instrument known as an elevator. After the tooth is loosened from the socket, it is removed.