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Your pediatric dentist may also recommend protective sealants or home fluoride treatments for your child. Sealants can be applied to your child’s molars to prevent decay on hard to clean surfaces.
Dental Sealants
A sealant is a protective coating that is applied to the chewing surfaces (grooves) of the back teeth (premolars and molars), where four out of five cavities in children are found. This sealant acts as a barrier to food, plaque and acid, thus protecting the decay-prone areas of the teeth.
A pulpotomy removes the diseased pulp tissue within the crown portion of the tooth. Next, an agent is placed to prevent bacterial growth and to calm the remaining nerve tissue. This is followed by a final restoration (usually a stainless steel crown).
Root Canal Treatment
Dental caries (cavities) and traumatic injury are the main reasons for a tooth to require pulp therapy. Pulp therapy is often referred to as a "nerve treatment", "children's root canal", "pulpectomy" or "pulpotomy". The two common forms of pulp therapy in children's teeth are the pulpotomy and pulpectomy.
Dr. Garza attended Texas A&M Health Science Center, Baylor College of Dentistry to obtain a DDS degree; The University of Texas at Houston Health Science Center for a Certificate in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Certificate in General Surgery, Trained at Level 1 Trauma Center; and McGovern Medical School to complete his medical degree. Dr. Garza is board certified and received awards during his years in dental school such as...
Pediatric Dental Specialists and Orthodontics has a longstanding tradition of giving back to our community. Every year we donate thousands of dollars to local schools, organizations, and charities, as well as donate dental services to help those without the financial means to afford needed care. We are very thankful that we have so many wonderful families in our practice that allow us to continue to help support our local community needs. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to witness your children mature into young adults, and the trust you place in us to attend to their oral health.
Invisalign Orthodontics
Braces
In the second phase, the orthodontist will be looking at how your child’s teeth and jaws fit and function together. Your child’s teeth will be straightened and their occlusion (bite) will be properly aligned. Attention will be given to the jaw joint (TMJ), the facial profile and periodontal (gum) tissues. By undergoing treatment in the first phase, orthodontists can usually reduce the amount of time needed for braces.