Cosmetic Dentistry for Kids
Your age shouldn’t matter when it comes to a healthy, confident smile. Unfortunately, over the years, kids have been overlooked when it comes to rebuilding their teeth after accidents or decay. At Little Grins Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Hu uses attractive cosmetic restorations that both enhance your child’s dental health as well as their self-esteem!
Zirconia Metal-Free Crowns
Primary teeth can decay and break down at an accelerated rate. Fortunately, protective crowns can help them function properly until it’s time for their permanent counterpart to come in. Dr. Hu does not use silver-colored stainless steel crowns. Instead, we offer metal-free zirconia crowns that are both attractive as well as extremely durable.
White, Mercury-Free Fillings
Small areas of decay are best treated by placing a discreet filling in your child’s tooth. Composite (tooth-colored) filling material bonds closely with enamel, making it less invasive than conventional silver fillings. Not only does it help preserve the maximum amount of tooth structure, it’s also more aesthetically pleasing. White fillings can be placed on just about any tooth.
Does My Child Really Need a Filling or Crown?
One of the most common questions parents ask our Glendora pediatric dentist is “Why do my child’s teeth need to be repaired if they’re just going to fall out anyway?” After all, they’re meant to be temporary placeholders for permanent teeth that will come in a few years later, right?
While primary (baby) teeth only have a short lifespan, they play especially important roles in the development of your child’s smile. Unless cavities are treated quickly, infection can spread into adjacent teeth, including the permanent teeth below them. In severe situations, tooth loss is inevitable.
Premature tooth loss can lead to significant complications related to their growth patterns. It can also cause neighboring teeth to tilt out of alignment, impacting the permanent teeth below them (leading to orthodontic complications.)
The absolute best thing for children is to help them preserve their natural smile for as long as possible.
Sedation Dentistry Available
Restorative treatments like cosmetic crowns and fillings are integral to your child’s health and well-being. To keep your child comfortable, Dr. Hu offers a range of sedation dentistry options at our office. From light laughing gas to nap-inducing deeper sedation, we can find a way to help your child relax throughout the duration of their treatment appointment.
Sedation is perfect for children who are usually a little wiggly, have special needs, or require longer and more complex treatments.
Additional Comfort Items
We want your child’s experience to be one that’s positive. That’s why we’ve designed our office to be comfortable and kid-friendly. From noise-cancelling headphones and a TV to watch their favorite show to fun prizes after their procedure is complete, every visit can be a fun one.
Affordable Pediatric Dental Care
Little Grins Pediatric Dental accepts most PPO dental insurance benefits, even if we aren’t in network with your provider. Additionally, 3rd party financing is available to help offset any significant needs your child has, offering flexible monthly payments at 0% or low interest financing.
No insurance? That’s no problem either. Dr. Hu offers a private membership plan for families, bridging the difference between traditional insurance coverage and comprehensive pediatric dentistry.
Reserve an Appointment Today
Request a cosmetic dentistry consultation with Dr. Hu today. Call our Glendora pediatric dental office to schedule.
Ready to get started?
At Little Grins Pediatric Dentistry we pride ourselves on providing our Glendora neighbors with comfortable, quality oral health services that will leave you smiling for years to come. Contact our Glendora dentist today to get started.