PREVENTION

The key to oral health is prevention - recognizing the signs of problems and reinforcing habits that will prevent dental decay. We are your partner with the goal of creating a healthy, happy smile for all of the children in our communities.

Non-Invasive Procedures

The key to oral health is prevention - recognizing the signs of problems and reinforcing habits that will prevent dental decay. We are your partner with the goal of creating a healthy, happy smile for all of the children in our communities.

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is an alternative to fillings offered at Delaware Pediatric Dentistry. We may apply this medication to your child’s area(s) of tooth decay and destroy the bacteria that caused the cavity, thereby addressing the decay without doing anything invasive.

SDF is also a great desensitizing agent and can be used to treat the severe hypersensitivity some kids experience from hypoplastic or hypomineralized molars. SDF is a perfect option for treating teeth on young or highly anxious kids. It can also be considered in cases where there is a cavity on a tooth that is expected to fall out within the next year.

The main drawback is the dark staining of the area of decay. However, in most cases, the pros outweigh the cons. Our Dr’s will assess your child’s circumstances and help you make the right decision for your child.

Stainless Steel Crowns (Hall Technique)

Compared to fillings, crowns have better long-term outcomes and require less time in the dental chair. Even though a crown may sound more involved than a filling, which is not the case in pediatric dentistry. Crowns done using the Hall Technique are well-tolerated even by anxious little ones, and parents have peace of mind that this treatment will hold up well over time. For large cavities, stainless steel crowns are considered the standard of care in pediatric dentistry.

Hall crowns are used to restore decayed molars (back teeth). This treatment uses a pre-formed stainless-steel crown and involves no drilling or removal of part of the tooth, compared to traditional crown placement. The crown is simply chosen based on the size of your child’s tooth, and it’s bonded in place using a special dental cement. The entire tooth is protected by this “helmet”. The metal crowns are made of medical grade stainless steel and contain no mercury.

In cases where serious tooth decay or damage has occurred, a traditional filling or crown may be better than minimally invasive dentistry. A tooth that is beyond restoring may even require removal. Schedule an exam with us to see what treatment may be right for your child.