We can typically fill a child’s cavity during a single office visit. On average, the dental work takes less than 20 minutes to complete, but severe tooth decay may take up to one hour.
Our pediatric dentist in Dumbo recommends twice-yearly checkups and teeth cleanings to help lower your child’s risks for:
- Tooth decay
- Oral infections
- Tooth stains
How Long Do Dental Fillings Last?
In some cases, dental fillings can last up to fifteen years. Then, it’s time to replace the old filling with a new one.
We usually use composite resin to fill your child’s teeth. This filling is colored to blend with their smile and does not contain mercury.
How Do Dental Fillings Work?
Tooth-colored fillings are made from soft material, so the dentist can sculpt and fill the treated cavity. Once the composite looks natural on the tooth and the treated area is concealed, we use a special dental light to set or harden it.
How to Lower Cavity Risks for My Child?
Your child’s pediatric dentist in Dumbo Heights recommends bringing your child to the dentist every six months.
Depending on your child’s age, we may do a teeth cleaning as part of their six-month visit.
One of the benefits of regular dental care is that we can keep your child’s baby teeth healthier for longer. These teeth should not be lost too soon because they aid in adult tooth eruption and oral development.
Additionally, we can coat your child’s teeth with a sealant to lock cavity-causing bacteria away from their teeth and check the integrity of these sealants at every checkup. If they are compromised, we can take care of that during their appointment.
Fluoride Treatments and More for Your Child
Fluoride treatments help strengthen teeth against fractures and decay. It may be part of your child’s regular checkups in Dumbo.
To get started or have questions, contact our dental team at (718) 285-3035.