When cavities or injuries damage your child’s teeth, restorative dentistry repairs the damage and returns teeth to full function. At Children’s Dentistry of Georgia, we provide gentle, effective restorative treatments designed specifically for children. Our goal is not only to fix dental problems but to make the experience as comfortable as possible, helping children maintain positive attitudes toward dental care even when treatment is needed.
Restorative dentistry addresses dental problems such as cavities, chips, cracks, and other damage to teeth. While preventive care aims to avoid these issues, restorative treatments become necessary when teeth develop problems despite good oral hygiene. Our Chastain practice uses modern techniques and materials to restore damaged teeth efficiently while keeping children comfortable throughout the process.
Early treatment of dental problems prevents them from becoming more serious. A small cavity treated promptly requires only a simple filling, while neglected decay can lead to infection requiring more extensive treatment.
Baby teeth serve important functions beyond chewing. They maintain space for permanent teeth, support proper speech development, and contribute to facial structure. Restoring damaged baby teeth protects these functions until permanent teeth are ready to emerge.
We use gentle techniques and take time to explain procedures in age-appropriate language. Children who understand what to expect feel less anxious about treatment and cooperate more easily during appointments.
Modern restorative materials blend naturally with teeth, creating repairs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Your child leaves our office with a healthy, natural-looking smile.
When cavities develop, tooth-colored fillings restore the damaged tooth structure. These composite resin fillings match your child’s natural tooth color, making them virtually invisible. Unlike older silver fillings, composite fillings bond directly to the tooth, providing strong, durable repairs that maintain the tooth’s natural appearance.
The filling process begins by gently removing the decayed portion of the tooth and cleaning the area thoroughly. We then apply the tooth-colored composite material in layers, carefully shaping it to restore the tooth’s natural contours. A special light hardens each layer, creating a strong bond with the tooth. The entire procedure typically takes less than an hour, and your child can eat normally soon after treatment.
When decay is too extensive for a filling, or when a tooth is significantly weakened or damaged, a dental crown may be necessary. Crowns completely cover the damaged tooth, protecting it from further harm and restoring full function. For children, we use stainless steel crowns on back teeth and tooth-colored crowns on front teeth where appearance matters more.
When decay reaches the inner pulp of a tooth, pulp therapy becomes necessary to save the tooth. This treatment removes infected pulp tissue, eliminates bacteria, and seals the tooth to prevent further infection. Saving baby teeth through pulp therapy is important because premature tooth loss can cause spacing problems and affect permanent tooth development.
We explain procedures using simple, non-threatening language and move at a pace that keeps your child comfortable.
Local anesthesia ensures children feel no pain during restorative procedures. We use techniques that make numbing injections as comfortable as possible, and we always give the anesthetic time to work fully before beginning treatment.
Our staff receives specialized training in working with children of all ages. We know how to communicate effectively with young patients and help them stay calm during treatment.
Taking breaks when children need them makes procedures more manageable. We never rush treatment at the expense of your child's comfort and cooperation.
We exclusively use composite (tooth-colored) fillings for our pediatric patients. Unlike outdated amalgam (silver) fillings, composite fillings are safe, durable, and blend naturally with your child’s teeth. These modern restorations bond directly to the tooth structure, requiring less removal of healthy tooth material while providing excellent strength and aesthetics. Our composite fillings restore your child’s smile to full function while maintaining a natural appearance that helps build their confidence.
Dental crowns may be recommended when a tooth has extensive decay, has been damaged by trauma, or requires protection after pulp therapy. For front teeth, we use all-white crowns that look completely natural and help your child smile with confidence. For back teeth, we use durable stainless steel crowns that provide exceptional strength to withstand chewing forces. Our board-certified pediatric dentists carefully evaluate each situation to determine the most appropriate restoration to protect your child’s tooth and ensure proper development until their permanent teeth arrive.
Pulp therapy is a treatment that preserves a baby tooth when decay or injury has affected the inner pulp (nerve) of the tooth. This procedure is essential when infection or inflammation threatens the tooth, allowing us to save it rather than extract it prematurely. Keeping baby teeth in place until they naturally fall out is crucial for proper spacing, jaw development, and speech development. Our gentle approach and modern techniques ensure your child remains comfortable throughout the procedure while protecting their long-term oral health.
When a baby tooth is lost prematurely due to decay or injury, a space maintainer holds that space open until the permanent tooth is ready to erupt. Without this device, adjacent teeth can shift into the empty space, causing crowding and misalignment that may require extensive orthodontic treatment later. Space maintainers are custom-made, comfortable, and highly effective at preventing future dental problems. Our team monitors these devices during regular checkups to ensure they’re working properly and removes them at the appropriate time when the permanent tooth is ready to come in.
Our team is committed to providing exceptional care while helping children develop positive associations with dental health.
We accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible payment options to make quality dental care accessible for all families. Contact us today to learn more about our services and schedule your appointment.
To schedule your child’s appointment, call us at (404) 252-5900 or complete our online contact form below.
Ready to give your child the gift of a healthy, beautiful smile? Children’s Dentistry of Georgia is here to support your family’s oral health journey. Our experienced team provides gentle, comprehensive care in a modern, kid-friendly environment designed to make every visit positive.
We’re excited to welcome new patients and help your child develop healthy dental habits that will last a lifetime. From routine cleanings to orthodontic treatment, we offer complete pediatric dental care under one roof.
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