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Pediatric Dental Crownsin North Carolina
When a tooth is too damaged for a filling, a dental crown can protect and restore it with lasting results. At Lume, we offer durable, kid-friendly crowns, including stainless steel and esthetic options, to keep your child’s smile strong and healthy. Our pediatric specialists ensure every crown is placed gently, with your child’s comfort and long-term health in mind.
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What are Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns are protective coverings that restore the shape, strength, and function of a damaged tooth. They’re typically recommended when a cavity is too large for a filling or when a tooth has been weakened by trauma or prior treatment, such as a pulpotomy. Crowns can be made from stainless steel, which is strong and ideal for back teeth, or from white zirconia for a more natural look on front teeth. At Lume, we’ll help you choose the right crown for your child based on their needs, age, and tooth location. Crowns are an essential part of preserving your child’s oral health and bite development.
The benefits of Dental Crowns
Dental crowns help protect and strengthen teeth that are too damaged to be restored with a filling alone. They maintain proper spacing in the mouth, support speech and chewing, and prevent further infection or discomfort. At Lume, our pediatric dentists place crowns with precision and care, making the experience as easy and comfortable as possible for both kids and parents.
Restores strength and function
Crowns allow children to chew and speak normally—even with a previously damaged tooth.
Protects developing smiles
They help preserve baby teeth until they’re ready to fall out naturally, supporting proper growth and spacing.
Options for esthetic results
We offer both stainless steel and white zirconia crowns, so families can choose what fits best for their child’s smile.
The Dental Crown Treatment Process
Receiving a dental crown is a straightforward and gentle procedure, often completed in one visit. At Lume, we tailor the experience to your child’s needs, making sure they feel safe, supported, and confident every step of the way.
Diagnosis and Evaluation
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We begin with a thorough exam and X-rays to assess the damage and determine whether a crown is the best option to restore your child’s tooth.
Preparing the Tooth
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Once the tooth is numb, we remove any decay or weakened structure and gently shape the tooth to create a secure fit for the crown.
Fitting the Crown
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We carefully select and place the appropriate crown, either stainless steel or zirconia—and bond it to the tooth to ensure a comfortable, lasting fit.
Final Adjustments and Care Instructions
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Before your child leaves, we make sure their bite feels normal and go over how to care for their new crown at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Curious about dental crowns and what to expect? Here are answers to the most common questions we hear from parents.
Yes, crowns are commonly used in pediatric dentistry to protect baby teeth until they naturally fall out.
We offer white zirconia crowns that are made to blend in with the natural color of your child’s smile, especially for front teeth.
The procedure is done with local anesthesia, and we offer nitrous oxide or other sedation options if needed. We take every step to make sure every child is comfortable throughout the procedure.
Crowns can last for many years, especially with good hygiene and regular dental visits.
Preserving baby teeth helps with chewing, speaking, and guiding permanent teeth into the correct position. We always aim to save teeth whenever possible.
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