CHILD DENTISTRY
A Filling is material that fills the opening that’s left after a decayed
portion of a tooth has been removed. Fillings fall into three categories: amalgam,
composite and GIC
Pulpectomy is required when the entire pulp is involved (into the root canal(s)
of the tooth). During this treatment, the diseased pulp tissue is completely removed
from both the crown and root. The canals are cleansed, medicated and in the case
of primary teeth, filled with a resorbable material.
An Extraction An Extraction is performed to remove a decayed or severely
damaged tooth that cannot be saved. It may also be performed to relieve crowding
of teeth.
Pit & fissure sealants Sealants help prevent cavities. A sealant is a plastic
material that is applied where decay occurs most often.
Space Maintainers hold the space for a permanent tooth after a child has
lost a milk tooth due to decay or an accident. The space maintainer keeps adjacent
teeth from shifting into the empty space.
Habit-breaking Devices Habit-breaking Devices help children stop thumb sucking
or tongue thrusting, which can have an impact on their oral health and their speech.
Expansion Plates Expansion Plates expand the arch of the mouth to create
more space for crowded teeth.