Pediatric Restorative Dentistry In Manhattan Beach
What is Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry focuses on repairing your child's teeth after by cavities, injuries, or other issues. Our conservative approach preserves as much of your child's natural tooth structure as possible while restoring health and function to their smile.
The Benefits of Restorative Care
Alleviates Pain & Discomfort
Cavities and damaged teeth can cause your child significant pain and sensitivity. Restorative treatments alleviate discomfort and help your child get back to smiling, eating, and playing comfortably again.
Prevents Further Damage
Restorative care stops tooth decay and damage in its tracks, preventing it from progressing into the deeper layers of your child's tooth. Treating issues early on helps your child avoid the need for more extensive care, like root canals or extractions.
Restores Function & Appearance
Restorative treatments rebuild your child's damaged teeth, restoring their ability to chew and speak properly. Our tooth-colored restorations blend in seamlessly with your child's natural smile, boosting their confidence and self-esteem.
Restorative Services
At Toothlings, we take a comprehensive, minimally-invasive approach to restoring your child's smile. From tooth-colored fillings to gentle extractions, we offer the quality care your child deserves.
If your child has a cavity, Dr. Grant will gently remove the decay and place a tooth-colored filling to restore the tooth's health and function. Our fillings blend in with your child's natural smile for a seamless appearance.
For teeth that are more severely decayed or damaged, we may recommend a dental crown. Our stainless steel or white zirconia crowns fit over your child's tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance. Crowns can protect your child's tooth for years to come.
If tooth decay reaches the inner nerve of your child's tooth, a pulpotomy may be necessary. Also known as a "baby root canal," this treatment removes the infected pulp tissue and seals the tooth to alleviate pain and prevent the need for an extraction.
We always strive to save your child's natural teeth. However, if a tooth is severely damaged or decayed, an extraction may be the best option for your child's overall oral health. Dr. Grant performs gentle extractions, ensuring your child's comfort at every step.
If your child loses a baby tooth too early, neighboring teeth can shift into the open space and cause misalignment issues. A space maintainer is an appliance that holds space open for the permanent tooth to erupt properly, helping prevent the need for complicated orthodontic treatment.
We understand some children feel anxious about receiving dental care. That's why we offer safe, effective sedation options to help your child relax during their restorative procedure. From nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to general anesthesia, we'll work with you to select the best fit for your child's needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Practicing good oral hygiene habits and nutrition at home are an important part of cavity prevention. Help your child brush twice a day for two minutes and floss daily, and do your best to limit frequent access to sugary or acidic foods and drinks. Sometimes, genetics and other external factors can play a role. That's why early and consistent dental visits are important to help screen for these potential issues. Be sure to visit us at least every six months for preventive care.
Your child's comfort is our top priority. Dr. Grant's gentle touch and proven behavior guidance strategies and will ensure your child is safe and at ease during their treatment. We recommend not "over-preparing" your child for their restorative appointment, as this can often increase their fears in anticipation of their visit. Allow our team to explain everything to them using kid-friendly terms they'll understand, once they're with us in the office.