Pediatric dentistry
Baby Tooth Crowns in Lakewood, CO
When a baby tooth is too damaged for a filling, a crown steps in as a little suit of armor.
At Shining Stars Kids Dentistry, baby tooth crowns protect Lakewood, CO kids’ teeth through the years those teeth still have important work to do: holding space, guiding bites, and letting kids eat and talk comfortably until the grown-up teeth take over.
When a baby tooth needs a crown
Crowns come into play when a white filling cannot do the job reliably, typically because a cavity has grown large, decay reached the nerve (a situation that sometimes calls for a pulpotomy first), or a tooth has been chipped or weakened by injury.
What to expect
How We Place Crowns
Calmer than most parents expect — here is the step-by-step.
A Full Explanation First
Your child hears what will happen in friendly, honest words, and you get the complete clinical picture.
Gentle Numbing
We take our time here, because comfort now means cooperation for the rest of the visit.
Shaping & Fitting
The damaged areas are cleaned out and the crown is fitted snugly over the tooth.
Back to Normal
Most kids are eating and playing the same day with a tooth that suddenly does not hurt anymore.
Why crowns matter
Three Reasons to Save the Baby Tooth
Holds Space for Adult Teeth
Keeps neighboring teeth from drifting into the gap and prevents future orthodontic issues.
Restores Full Function
Your child can chew, speak, and smile comfortably again right away.
Gentle, Calm Approach
Laughing gas available, parents welcome in the room, and no stabilization ever.
Laughing Gas Available for Every Visit
For worried kiddos, laughing gas turns a big-feeling appointment into a floaty, manageable one. Parents are welcome in the treatment room, and we never use any kind of stabilization.
Why saving the baby tooth matters
Every baby tooth is a placeholder for an adult tooth. Losing one early lets neighboring teeth drift into the gap, which can cause crowding and orthodontic complications that were entirely avoidable. When extraction truly cannot be avoided, a space maintainer serves the same protective purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baby Tooth Crowns
Why put a crown on a tooth that will fall out?
Because baby teeth have a job to do for years: holding space for the adult teeth, guiding bites into line, and letting kids chew and speak normally. A badly damaged baby tooth that comes out too early can trigger spacing problems that are much harder to fix later than a crown is today.
Will the crown be noticeable?
That depends partly on which tooth needs it and the material chosen. We will show you the options and talk through appearance, especially for front teeth, before you decide anything.
What is the crown appointment like for a child?
Calmer than most parents expect. We numb gently, explain each step in kid-friendly language, and work at your child's pace. Laughing gas is available for children who want extra relaxation, and you are welcome in the room the whole time.
How long does a baby tooth crown last?
A crown's job is to protect the tooth until nature calls for it. We monitor crowned teeth at regular checkups, and in most cases the crown simply falls out along with the baby tooth when the adult tooth is ready to arrive.
Does a crowned tooth need special care?
Regular brushing, flossing, and checkups cover it. We will give you any specific notes for your child's crown, and we are always a phone call away if something feels loose or uncomfortable.
Save the Tooth, Skip the Drama
A small crown today can prevent a bigger orthodontic story tomorrow. Bring your child in and let us protect that smile the gentle way.