Reno: Pediatric Cosmetic Dentistry

What Is Cosmetic Pediatric Dentistry? 

Cosmetic dentistry covers dental services that improve the appearance of your teeth. Effective cosmetic dental care can boost your confidence because it improves your smile. However, many cosmetic services overlap with restorative dental care because they also resolve oral health issues, or prevent dental problems. 

Pediatric dentistry is the field of dentistry that involves treating children. Pediatric dentists treat babies, children, and teenagers; in some cases, people continue to see their pediatric dentist until they’re in their early twenties.

Cosmetic pediatric dentistry involves improving how a child’s teeth look by administering cosmetic treatments.

Common Cosmetic Procedures For Kids

Pediatric dentists may recommend many cosmetic dental procedures. Some are routine, and can be performed during regular dental exams, while others require extra appointments. 

Bonding To Correct Chips Or Cracks

A tooth can be chipped or cracked from impact with an object during an accident or fall. Chipped and cracked teeth are harder to keep clean. The chip or crack can cause a buildup of debris from food particles, and in time, the bacteria from those particles produces acid that weakens the tooth’s enamel, and can cause a cavity. 

Cavities that aren’t treated can lead to infections in the gums and jawbone. 

Cosmetic pediatric dentists use resin to fill the chip or crack. They can make the resin match the tooth’s enamel to make the tooth look whole and healthy. The resin prevents debris from building up on the tooth, which helps prevent cavities.

Braces 

Braces move teeth to resolve gaps, alignment issues, and malocclusions. Although braces are considered cosmetic because they improve the appearance of teeth, they also help prevent oral health issues because misaligned teeth are harder to clean, and kids with misaligned teeth are more likely to get cavities.

Fluoride Treatments 

Fluoride is a natural mineral. Using toothpaste and mouthwash with fluoride benefits you because this mineral strengthens tooth enamel, helping prevent cavities. 

Fluoride treatments are typically included in routine dental exams, so your child may not need a special appointment for a fluoride treatment. Your dentist can treat your child’s tooth with fluoride varnish as soon as it breaks through the gums. 

Pediatric Crowns For Damaged Teeth 

Your child may need pediatric dental crowns if a cavity or injury has weakened a tooth. Dental crowns are restorations that are applied to the tooth. They provide extra support, so the tooth can function effectively. They also conceal damage and discoloration, improving the tooth’s appearance.

Space Maintainers 

Space maintainers are dental appliances. They’re placed between teeth to preserve space in your child’s mouth. They’re used once baby teeth begin falling out to ensure there’s enough room for permanent teeth to erupt.

Teeth Whitening For Enamel Discoloration 

Trauma can cause tooth discoloration. Your pediatric cosmetic dentist can provide teeth whitening for kids to conceal this discoloration, and improve the tooth’s appearance.

Tooth-Colored Fillings 

Fillings are inserted into teeth to treat existing cavities, and prevent new ones. Tooth-colored fillings for kids make teeth look as good as new.

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Benefits Of Cosmetic Dentistry For Children

There are several benefits your child can enjoy when you invest in pediatric cosmetic dental procedures, including the following:

• Cavity prevention
• Improved alignment
• Improved appearance
• More confidence 

Cosmetic procedures can ensure your child’s teeth function effectively. Children need their teeth to chew food. Damage to enamel and cavities can weaken teeth, making it harder for them to chew. 

Teeth are also essential for speech because the tongue uses them to form sounds. Correcting tooth alignment, and preventing tooth loss, ensures children can speak clearly.

Investing in pediatric cosmetic dentistry procedures can also save you money. Fluoride treatments can prevent cavities, which means your child won’t need special appointments to treat cavities, and get fillings. 

What To Expect During Your Visit

Your first visit with a pediatric cosmetic dentist will be a consultation and examination. Your dentist will assess your child’s teeth, listen to your concerns, and use X-rays to confirm whether your child needs cosmetic treatments.

If your dentist recommends cosmetic treatments, they’ll explain the issue that needs to be addressed, and all treatment options available. Your dentist will explain what these procedures involve, and their costs.

Once you choose a treatment, your dentist will provide the treatment, and any post-treatment care required. 

Why Choose Us For Pediatric Cosmetic Dentistry In Reno? 

The pediatric cosmetic dentistry teams at Absolute Dental’s Reno offices provide a comfortable environment where children feel safe. Our pediatric teams specialize in delivering cosmetic services appropriate for children, and strive to ensure each child has a positive experience while receiving dental care. 

Sources:

Oral Health Tips for Children. (2024). 

Uhan, I., et al. (2022). Evaluation of the Risk Factors of Dental Anxiety in Children. 

When Should Kids Go to the Dentist? (2023).