When a cavity is small and affects only a limited portion of the tooth, it can often be repaired with a tooth-coloured (white) filling. If the decay is more extensive, involves multiple surfaces, or is close to the nerve, a crown may be the best option to protect the tooth and restore its strength.
She places both white and silver crowns, and will tell you which she would choose for your child's tooth and why.
Filling
White crowns
Silver crowns and space maintainers
A teaching model she uses to show families what each option looks like.
Common questions
White crown or silver crown?
Both can be excellent options.
White crowns are more esthetic, while silver crowns are incredibly durable and often a great choice for back teeth. She will recommend the option that gives your child the best long-term outcome.
Why does a baby tooth need a crown rather than a filling?
When decay covers several surfaces or reaches close to the nerve, there is not enough healthy tooth left to hold a filling reliably. A crown gives 360 degree coverage which is far less likely to fail and need retreatment.
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