Here's a breakdown of some key children's dentistry services offered at Damas Medical Center:

• Pulpotomy: A tooth pulp (nerve) treatment for primary teeth when the pulp becomes inflamed but is not yet abscessed. It involves removing the infected pulp tissue within the crown, preserving the tooth's root and allowing the natural root development to continue.
  • Value of Pulpotomy: Preserves the natural tooth structure, allowing the primary tooth to function normally until its natural exfoliation. This avoids the need for an extraction and maintains space for permanent teeth eruption.
• Pediatric Extractions: When a baby tooth is severely decayed, infected, or causing overcrowding, a gentle extraction may be necessary. Our experienced dentists prioritize minimizing discomfort and anxiety for your child during the procedure.
  • Value of Pediatric Extractions: Removes a problematic tooth to prevent further complications, infection, or damage to surrounding teeth. It also ensures proper space for permanent teeth eruption.
• Dental Fillings (Composite or Amalgam): Similar to adult fillings, children's fillings address cavities and prevent further decay. We offer tooth-colored composite fillings for a natural appearance or amalgam fillings for durability in back teeth.
  • Value of Dental Fillings: Stops cavities from growing larger and causing pain or infection. Maintains the health and functionality of the tooth and promotes a healthy smile.
• Metal Crowns: For severely damaged or fractured baby teeth, metal crowns offer a strong and durable restoration. These prefabricated crowns are customized to fit the child's tooth, protecting it and allowing for normal chewing function.
  • Value of Metal Crowns: Protects a compromised tooth from further damage and allows it to remain in place until natural exfoliation. Maintains space for permanent teeth eruption and prevents the need for an extraction.
• Prophylactic Fillings (Sealants): A preventive measure applied to the chewing surfaces of healthy permanent molars. Sealants are thin, protective coatings that block food particles and plaque from accumulating in the grooves of the teeth, preventing cavities.
  • Value of Prophylactic Fillings: Significantly reduces the risk of cavities in permanent teeth, especially for children with deep grooves or pits in their molars.
• Fluoride Treatment: A topical application of concentrated fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and helps prevent cavities. Fluoride treatments are particularly beneficial for children's developing teeth.
  • Value of Fluoride Treatment: Strengthens tooth enamel, making it more resistant to decay. Reduces the risk of cavities and promotes healthy tooth development.