Restorative dentistry is the management and treatment of dental caries ("cavities") with a goal of providing strong function, protection from future decay, improved appearance, and freedom from pain. As dental science has evolved over time, so has the interventions to address caries. In the event your child develops a cavity, we take a holistic and individualized approach in determining the best treatments that works for you and your child. If your child develops cavities, Sweet Carolina Pediatric Dentistry has got you covered!
Restorative Dental Services
How do we repair, promote, and maintain happy teeth and a healthy smile at Sweet Carolina Pediatric Dentistry?
Fillings
Different materials can serve as fillings to repair the void created by cavities. Typically, fillings are used for relatively smaller cavities. The type of filling used depends on several factors.
Crowns
Dental crowns also come in different materials. Crowns cap the entire tooth providing increased protection compared to fillings. This is especially important in children at high risk of further dental decay or tooth fracture.
Pulpotomy
A pulpotomy, also known as a "baby root canal", preserves the primary ("baby") tooth and prevents it from falling out too early when a cavity is close to or impacting the nerve root. Preserving the tooth provides a more optimal spacer for the incoming permanent tooth.
Extractions
In most cases, we try to maintain the integrity of existing teeth with our special bag of dental tricks. But, sometimes a tooth needs to come out! We make sure you and your child are as comfortable as possible to ensure a smooth removal.
Space Maintenance
Space maintenance is important to prevent dental arch space loss, promote the position and health of incoming permanent teeth, and limit unwanted movement from remaining baby teeth.
Restorative dentistry doesn't just stop at tooth repairs. It goes hand-in-hand with active prevention. With our holistic approach to addressing your child's oral health needs, we won't leave you wondering what your next steps are for your child. We make sure you and your child have all the tools outside of the dental office to continue sharing pain-free and confident smiles!