Sometimes, when children have a severely damaged tooth or one with major decay or infection, then a pulpotomy may not be enough. To prevent the spread of infection, we may suggest a tooth extraction. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about our approach to a tooth extraction.
When a tooth becomes infected, this could lead to serious trouble, from painful symptoms to the premature loss of a tooth. To offer relief from pain and to prevent further complications, our team can offer a root canal alternative. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about the pulpotomy procedure.
When children have a tooth that is damaged or one with severe cases of decay, we may need more than a filling. To properly restore the smile and prevent complications, we can offer a custom dental crown. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about our custom restorations for kids.
When a child’s tooth develops a cavity, treatment is crucial, as the risk of worsening decay and even infection will increase with time. To help stop cavities and bring relief, we can offer fillings that blend with the smile. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about restorations for kids.
Your children will be going back to school in just a few weeks. In addition to shopping for school supplies, you can get your kids ready with a routine dental appointment. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about the importance of your child’s back-to-school visit.
Adults should receive an oral cancer screening at least once a year, but we recommend this for kids too! While children are less likely to develop oral cancer, there is still always a risk. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about how we screen for oral cancer and help safeguard little smiles.
With the support of their parents and their dentist, kids can develop good oral hygiene habits that protect them from cavities and other smile threats. At our Round Rock, TX dental office, we are proud to provide the kinds of services in the office that help our young patients enjoy lower risks from dental decay. In addition to in-office care and guidance on good hygiene at home, we can provide support through the use of fluoride treatments and dental sealants. With these services, we offer support by encouraging faster recovery from decay before cavities form as well as by creating a barrier between enamel and harmful agents. (more…)
Sometimes, a filling isn’t enough to address your child’s oral health issues. Instead, restoring the health, beauty, and function of their smiles will rely on the placement of one or more dental crowns. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about using our custom crowns to improve little smiles.
Kids have a high risk of developing tooth decay, and lack of treatment could mean painful infections, and in some cases, premature tooth loss and an increased risk of dental misalignment! Which is why we want to treat decay quickly with a dental filling. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about kids’ dental fillings.
When you think about oral cancer screenings, you probably assume this is for adults only. And while a screening once a year is paramount for adults, we believe kids need one too. In today’s blog, your Round Rock, TX, pediatric dentist talks about why kids need screenings, and the warning signs of oral cancer.
Preventive dentistry can reduce the chances of many common problems. However, accidents are not always avoidable. When they happen, it is important to be prepared for them. If your…
When your child has cosmetic issues with the shape and color of their teeth, or if they sustain damage to teeth, then we can help repair and address these concerns.…
Did you know that we offer cosmetic services for pediatric patients? If you would like to help boost your child’s confidence in their smile, this may be achieved with a…
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