Pediatric Restorative Dentistry in Totowa, NJ
Whether from decay, a fall, or a sports injury, damaged teeth can affect your child’s comfort, confidence, and ability to eat and speak. At Dental Arts of Totowa, we offer gentle restorative dentistry for children and teens that repairs broken, decayed, and missing teeth so they look and function like normal teeth. Families in Totowa, NJ can count on us for caring, age-appropriate treatment.
Repairing Broken and Decayed Teeth
In many cases, we can rebuild broken teeth so they look completely natural. We use tooth-colored materials that match the color of your child’s teeth for fillings and bonding. When damage is more extensive, we may recommend:
- Crowns (caps) – cover and protect teeth with large cavities or significant damage
- Veneers or bonding – conceal chips or cracks on front teeth in older children and teens
- Pulp therapy – treats infection or inflammation in the nerve of a tooth to help save it
Replacing Missing Teeth
We also offer options for replacing missing teeth. When a baby tooth is lost early, a space maintainer may be recommended to keep room for the permanent tooth. For teens and young adults who lose a permanent tooth, dental implants can act as a replacement root, topped with a crown to restore a normal-sized and shaped tooth. Implants are typically placed once jaw growth is complete, so we may recommend a temporary solution until then.
Why Restoring Children’s Teeth Matters
Healthy teeth help children chew properly, speak clearly, and feel confident when they smile. Repairing damage promptly prevents pain and infection, protects developing permanent teeth, and helps keep the bite properly aligned.
Preventing Future Damage
Regular oral health exams, preventative cleanings, and sealants reduce the need for restorative care. Encourage your child to wear a mouthguard during sports, and call us right away for emergency dental care if an injury occurs.
Pediatric Restorative Dentistry FAQs
Can a broken tooth in a child be fixed?
Yes. Depending on the damage, we can repair it with tooth-colored bonding, a filling, or a crown.
Why would a baby tooth need a crown?
A crown protects a baby tooth with extensive decay or damage so it can stay in place until the permanent tooth is ready.
What is a space maintainer?
A space maintainer holds open the space left by a lost baby tooth so the permanent tooth can come in properly.
Can children get dental implants?
Implants are usually placed once jaw growth is complete, typically in the late teens. Temporary options can be used until then.
Are tooth-colored materials safe for kids?
Yes. Tooth-colored composite materials are safe, durable, and natural-looking.
How can I prevent my child from needing restorative work?
Regular checkups, good brushing habits, sealants, and mouthguards for sports all help protect your child’s teeth.
Restore Your Child’s Smile
If your child has a damaged or missing tooth, call Dental Arts of Totowa at (973) 942-3233 or request an appointment online.