Pediatric crowns have come a long way from playing a sole role in the aesthetic perspective. Modern zirconia crowns are both aesthetically and functionally versatile. Crowns are often recommended for children who have multi-surface or severe dental caries or as part of pupal therapy. At Rockstar Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, our orthodontist and Pediatric Dentist in Washington, DC, provide the best pediatric orthodontic treatment for your child. Dr. Stella is a board-certified pediatric dentist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Zirconia crowns are considered among the most effective dental restorative options from an aesthetic perspective. They can readily blend in with your child’s existing teeth. They are made of a solid monolithic zirconia ceramic. This means the crowns will not discolor, chip, or break down over time.

Dr. Stella will prepare your child’s tooth to receive a crown before selecting the right size crown. It will then be placed on the tooth before cementing in place. Since zirconia crowns in Washington, DC, are pre-made, they can be readily fit and placed during a single visit. Traditionally, a temporary crown was used until the permanent crown was made. With these crowns, there is no need for dental impressions. The experience is also more comfortable for your child, as the process is not technique sensitive.

• Multi-surface caries
• Severe dental caries
• Pupal therapy

However, there are situations where these crowns are not recommended. This includes:

• Space loss
• Excess crowding
• Heavy bruxism
• Lack of enough tooth structure

The use of zirconia crowns allows our dentist to address both aesthetic and functional objectives when performing a full-coverage restoration. We restore primary teeth using these crowns when the teeth are:

• Damaged
• Chipped
• Underdeveloped
• Broken
• Severe decays

Zirconia crowns are widely popular due to their natural color. Their finished polish reduces the chances of plaque buildup. We also use zirconia crowns to preserve gum health. We have also noticed that tooth restoration using these crowns provides a more comfortable experience to patients.

It is important to preserve baby teeth when it comes to proper dental development in children. Healthy baby teeth play an important role in proper adult teeth eruption. They are also important to the development of the following functions:

• Nutrition
• Speech
• Overall health

Dr. Stella is one of the top Pediatric dentists in Washington, DC. She has completed specialty training in pediatric dentistry and dental public health. Our pediatric dental office offers comprehensive zirconia crown treatment services based on your child’s unique dental condition.