Stainless Steel Crowns

Stainless steel crowns are used by dental experts to repair primary molars (back teeth) to repair tooth decay. These stainless steel crowns are made to fit the exact size of the baby teeth. The stainless steel crown works as a great alternative to tooth-colored fillings covering the whole tooth and cannot be easily lost or damaged. They are also easy to clean as the surface is smoothly polished.

Why do Dentists Use Stainless Steel Crowns?

Primary teeth may be temporary for children, but they are crucial to the final permanent tooth eruption. They help kids learn the basics, such as chewing, speaking, and keeping adult teeth space. The first baby tooth will appear at approximately six months and the rest by two years. During this time, caring for their oral health is essential.

The size and enamel of the primary pearly whites are different from permanent teeth. The enamel is thinner, and the inner pulp portion is closer to the surface, making it easy for infection to spread through the enamel and into the pulp. The dentist may use a filling to repair the tooth and prevent the need for further treatment. The dentist will put a crown in place if the child receives pulpal therapy to remove the decay and caries.

Crowns stainless steel:

• Are easy to apply and provide coverage for the entire tooth
• Use safe metals
• Fall out naturally with the primary tooth
• Used as space maintainers in the baby’s mouth for permanent teeth

Placement of Stainless Steel Crowns

Putting in these crowns usually requires a single visit to the dentist. The dentist removes the decayed part of the tooth then fits a crown on the structure that remains. Sometimes, a pulpotomy or pulpectomy is required to remove decayed pulp parts.

Cost of Stainless Steel Crowns

For children, stainless steel crowns are long-lasting and cost-effective. However, the costs may vary depending on the number of stainless steel crowns needed and the location. This type of medical restoration is usually necessary when prescribed, which is why many insurance companies offer full coverage. Many insurance companies cover stainless steel crown treatment because they are vital for the dental health of a child’s primary tooth.

After-Care

Your child will need to refrain from eating before the anesthesia wears off to avoid biting their lips and cheeks. Assure your child that they will feel normal with their biting if it feels unusual for the first few days after the crown is put in. Do not worry about the child’s gums appearing blue. The bluish appearance is because of the metal in the crown under the gum.
Lastly, keep brushing your child’s teeth even if they bleed. Dental hygiene remains vital under all circumstances, even when a crown has been added. Ensure your child’s diet is low-sugar and equally nutritious and visit the dentist regularly for good dental health.