We recommend composite resin or tooth color fillings. These fillings are generally strong and resistant to the daily pressures that a tooth may be subjected to, making it an ideal material for this purpose.

During the dental exam, your child’s dentist may identify cavities and this affected tooth with cavity be treated with a simple filling.

For the most part, there are two types of direct dental fillings that are done in our pediatric dental clinics, glass ionomer filling and composite fillings which are more aesthetic.

Tooth coloured fillings, match the color and physical appearance of our natural teeth closely and is preferred by most pediatric dentists for restorations made in aesthetic areas. They are also used successfully on molars or other chewing surfaces, as long as the fillings are relatively small.

Before placing any filling, children are made to feel comfortable in the dental setting. If the cavity is little larger then the tooth affected is made numb using local anesthesia, and the decay is removed. The preparation in the tooth is then exposed to acid etch and a resin bonding material before the filling is placed onto the tooth. Once the filling is in place, a blue light is placed on the filling, making it hard. Finally, adjustments are made so that the child is comfortable biting.

Overall, the process is completed fairly quickly and is mostly painless. After having the fillings placed, it is very important for children to maintain good oral habits by brushing and flossing two times a day. This way they can prevent recurrent decay from happening and can keep their fillings strong.