Looking for state-of-the-art dentistry for your kids in Englewood, NJ? East Madison Dental uses our advanced technologies and decades of experience to care for smiles of all ages, pediatric patients included! When your child needs a preventive exam, tooth repair, gentle extraction, or anything else, you can trust the same Englewood dental team that keeps your smile healthy.
Our pediatric dental services in Englewood, NJ, include:
Preventive Dentistry for Kids
Optimal oral hygiene, a healthy diet, and maintaining regular dental visits starting at age one or the eruption of a child's first tooth, are all critical components of maintaining a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Choosing in-office preventive treatments at our Englewood dental office, including strengthening mineral treatments and dental sealants, are safe, easy ways to protect natural teeth and help keep cavities away. Even though baby teeth are normally replaced by permanent teeth, it's important for them to fall out naturally for optimal growth and development of your child's smile.
Custom-Fitted Athletic Mouthguards
Custom-fitted sports mouthguards can eliminate or reduce unwanted traumatic injuries to the teeth (such as fractures and dislocations) and surrounding tissues during collision and contact sports. Ask your dentist about fabricating a custom-fitted mouthguard to provide optimal protection for your child's athletic activity!
Dental Fillings for Kids
When little ones get small cavities in their baby teeth, we can usually fix them with simple fillings. One popular option is a tooth-colored filling that blends right in, so it looks natural and feels strong enough for everyday chewing.
We also offer another type of filling that releases helpful minerals over time to keep the tooth protected. While it’s a bit softer, it’s great for children who may be more likely to get cavities because it helps guard the tooth and the areas around it.
This material can also be used as a protective coating or for gentle, quick treatments, making it a comfortable option for kids.
Silver Diamine Treatment
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a quick, gentle treatment that can help stop cavities from getting worse. It works by killing the bacteria that cause decay and strengthening the tooth to prevent further damage.
This treatment is supported by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and is a great option for many children. It can be especially helpful for kids who may have a hard time sitting through dental procedures, have early signs of a cavity, or when families prefer to delay a traditional filling until their child is older.
One important thing to know is that SDF will permanently darken the area where it’s applied, turning the treated spot black. SDF is safe and effective for most patients, but it should not be used in anyone with a silver allergy.
Dental Crowns for Children
Preformed metal crowns—often called stainless steel crowns—are a strong, reliable way to restore baby teeth with larger cavities. They’re commonly recommended when a tooth has more extensive decay or has needed deeper treatment.
Because of their durability, these crowns are also a great option for children who are more likely to develop cavities.
After the decay is gently removed, your child’s crown is carefully fitted over the tooth and securely placed, helping protect it and restore normal function.
Strip Crowns
Strip crowns are a tooth-colored restoration designed specifically for children’s front teeth, helping repair damage from cavities or injuries while preserving a natural appearance. Made from durable composite resin and custom-shaped directly on the tooth, strip crowns blend seamlessly with your child’s smile. They’re a popular choice in pediatric dentistry because they are both effective and aesthetically pleasing, allowing kids to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Dental Extractions
If a child has a painful infection, swelling, or a tooth that is too damaged to fix, it may need to be gently removed to protect their oral health. In some cases, this can also apply to adult teeth if other treatments aren’t the right option. Many baby teeth naturally become loose and can come out safely at home, but if a tooth isn’t coming out on its own or adult teeth are growing in the wrong place, a dentist can help gently guide the process to keep your child’s smile healthy and on track.
Orthodontic Appliances
Space maintainers are small metal devices that help hold space in your child’s mouth if a baby tooth is lost too early. This keeps nearby teeth from shifting and allows the adult tooth to come in properly. They are placed on the back teeth and stay in place until the new tooth is ready to grow in. Good brushing, healthy eating, and regular dental visits help keep the appliance working well.
Habit Appliances
Thumb sucking and pacifier use are normal for young children, but it’s best to stop these habits by around age 2. If they continue past ages 4–5, they can start to affect how your child’s teeth and mouth develop. If your child is having trouble stopping on their own, a small dental appliance may be recommended to help break the habit. This appliance gently discourages the habit and helps guide proper development, and is usually worn for several months for the best results.
Emergency Dental Treatment for Kids
Childhood dental emergencies and injuries are common. Some common causes of a dental emergency can be food impaction (when food gets stuck in or around the teeth), swollen gums, tooth decay, wiggly tooth, tooth eruption, tooth fracture, trauma, or dental abscess or infection.
Laughing Gas Sedation for Kids
Mild sedation dentistry at East Madison Dental Englewood can be safely achieved for slightly anxious children (and adults) using laughing gas. It can make the patient happy and giggly. It is breathed in together with oxygen by wearing a mask over the nose and helps your child feel more relaxed while staying awake. After treatment is completed, 100% oxygen is breathed in and the nitrogen levels are returned to normal with no residual effects.
Higher levels of sedation (with oral or IV conscious sedation, or general anesthesia) may be needed if your child requires extensive treatment, is extremely anxious, is medically compromised or has special needs.
Schedule Your Child's Next Dentist Appointment
Our pediatric dentist and team are here to make your child's dental experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible! Contact us today to schedule your child's next dentist appointment.
