Herrin Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry located in Marietta, GA

The Centers for Disease Control have found that over a third of children aged 2-8 years have cavities in their primary teeth (baby teeth). At Herrin Pediatric Dentistry in Marietta, Georgia, skilled pediatric dentists Brent Herrin, DMD, and Allison Petty, DMD, and the team offer Hall crowns to preserve children’s teeth and protect their oral health. To learn more, schedule an appointment online or by calling Herrin Pediatric Dentistry today.

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Hall Crowns Q&A

Hall crowns are an excellent solution when you learn your child has small to moderate-sized cavities, providing an alternative to dental fillings or tooth removal. 

Even though baby teeth fall out, they perform the critical functions of chewing, strengthening the jaw bone, and keeping space in your child’s mouth as they grow. Extracting baby teeth can cause a child’s teeth to shift forward and create orthodontic issues to address down the road. 

The Hall crown was invented by Dr. Norna Hall after she realized the need to preserve children’s primary teeth while controlling cavities. This technique uses a stainless steel crown to cover the tooth, preventing the spread of bacteria and keeping the tooth until it falls out.

Hall crowns can be a much easier way to address your child’s cavities, particularly if they:

  • Struggle to sit still for long periods
  • Are nervous about dental tools, such as dental drills
  • Have cavities that aren’t too deep

The team suggests appropriate alternatives if the cavity is too large and impacts the nerve.

Is safe

Sets in quickly

Wears off quickly

Reduces the gag reflex

Eases anxiety

Relaxes the body

When you leave the office, your child will feel like themselves again. They can go back to school the same day if you choose to have them do so. 

The Herrin Pediatric Dentistry team performs a comprehensive evaluation of your child’s needs, putting orthodontic separators on either side of the tooth for a few days to create a little space for the crown placement. Because of this, your child can have a crown without grinding or drilling. 

Your provider carefully selects from several crown sizes until they have the perfect fit for the tooth and can cement it gently into place.

While most adults prefer white teeth treatments for cavities, the silvery steel crown is strong, providing superior protection for primary teeth, and children will catch on quickly to your enthusiasm about their high-tech teeth. When they eventually lose their baby teeth, they will have an extra-special story to tell about this one.

Hall crowns keep your child’s mouth safe and pain-free, and the team at Herrin Pediatric Dentistry is always happy to give you and your child better dental experiences. You can book a consultation online or call the office today to learn more.

The gas slows down your child’s nervous system, which settles their anxiety and helps them sit still. They’ll feel a bit lightheaded and heavy in the arms and legs, but they’ll feel calm and relaxed most of all. When the procedure is complete, your child’s dentist takes the mask off their face and the effects wear off shortly after that. 

Right after the team removes your child’s mask, they administer pure oxygen to your child for around five minutes. This helps them become more alert and avoid headaches or other unwanted side effects.