Reunion Pedriatic Dentistry

Even if your child is brushing and flossing twice a day, it may not be enough to prevent all cavities. Teeth have lots of nooks and crannies that brushing and flossing may not reach. Dental sealants offer another layer of protection, and both primary and permanent teeth can be of benefit.

Sealants are designed to protect the tooth’s enamel from bacteria, and they can be easily applied and offer years of lasting protection. Sealants can last for up to 10 years and have been proven to reduce cavities by more than 70%.

At each dental cleaning, the team at Reunion Pediatric Dentistry will check for wear and tear on the sealants and if needed, more will be applied.

If your child is prone to cavities, we’ll discuss whether or not this treatment is right for them.

If your child has a damaged tooth, dental crowns may be the best way to protect it.

Traditionally crowns in the dental industry have been made of stainless steel. Steel crowns are very durable and due to their thin, strong, and malleable metal, they can be shaped to fit almost any tooth.

If your child needs a crown, Dr. Tippets will thoroughly discuss the options and help you decide what option is the best for you and your child. Decisions are often dependent on where the affected tooth is in the mouth, appearance, the time until the permanent tooth comes in, as well as cost. Dr. Tippets and his staff at Reunion Pediatric Dentistry are always available and happy to answer any questions about crowns.

As with every procedure, our team at Reunion Pediatric Dentistry works hard to ensure your child’s crown procedure is quick and comfortable, and we’ll talk you through the entire process so everyone feels at ease. Our team is highly-skilled, and we’re pros at creating a welcoming, safe, and fun environment where your child will feel calm. Our goal is to provide the highest quality children’s dental care available, and your child’s oral health and safety are our top priorities.

To learn more about children’s dental crowns, contact us today.

Most baby teeth come out on their own within a typical time frame; but occasionally, some baby teeth decide they want to stick around a little longer.

Unfortunately, this can cause problems. If adult teeth start coming in when baby teeth are still in place, crowding occurs and developmental issues can ensue.

To avoid these problems it may be necessary to consider a tooth extraction for your child.

Extractions may also be considered when teeth are badly decayed or damaged, While it may sound scary, tooth extractions are not as barbaric as they once were.

At Reunion Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Tippets and his time take great pride in making our patient’s experience as comfortable and anxiety-free as possible. 

Getting a tooth pulled may understandably cause some anxiety for both parent and child; but in most cases, the extraction is straightforward and is often less complicated than a tooth extraction in adults.

At Reunion Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Tippets will start with an X-ray to examine the tooth’s roots and bone condition.

Once the area is numb or the patient is sedated, Dr. Tippets will remove the problem tooth with forceps by gently rocking the tooth in the socket and rotating it to separate the tissue and ligaments that attach the tooth to the jawbone.

While most extractions are simple and only require local anesthesia, you and your child’s comfort are important. Sedation dentistry may be discussed as an option, depending on the situation.

Sedation dentistry is a safe and commonly used option for children undergoing complex dental procedures such as extractions. (See our section on sedation dentistry for children.)

In the event that a baby tooth has to be pulled before the permanent teeth are due to come in because of damage or decay, Dr. Tippets may recommend a prosthetic tooth to hold the “space” and make sure the new tooth comes in correctly.

However, if the permanent tooth will be coming in soon, a prosthetic tooth won’t be needed.

Here at Reunion Pediatric Dentistry, we want you to know that tooth extractions in children are not uncommon and are generally very simple and straightforward.

Having a pediatric dentist like Dr. Tippets in charge of the procedure gives many parents peace of mind because pediatric dentists receive additional training in oral development compared to general dentists. 

Pediatric dentists like Dr. Tippets are also focused on the health and development of your child’s teeth.

Dr. Tippets and his team at Reunion Pediatric Dentistry are committed to keeping your child’s mouth healthy and helping those adult teeth arrive in the right place, ideally at the right time. 

Contact us today to learn more! Click here to learn about all of our pediatric dental services!