5 Benefits of Minimally Invasive Pediatric Dentistry

Taking care of a child's oral health is no easy task. Unfortunately, whenever a little one experiences dental issues, both they and their parents can feel understandably anxious.

Many dental procedures, however essential, can contribute to this anxiety. But minimally invasive ones can be just as effective and easier for a child to sit through.

Here are five great benefits of minimally invasive procedures: 

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1. Places a Bigger Focus on Preventative Care

Minimally invasive procedures can usually be done at the first signs of oral health trouble, such as gum disease or cavities.

This automatically helps provide the child with a preventative approach to caring through their smile, where instead of intervening after damage (and pain) is present, you can prevent these issues from occurring.

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2. They Can Preserve More Tooth Tissue

Classic restorative treatments such as drilling a tooth can remove a lot of natural tooth issues, which can weaken the tooth and require a pediatric crown at times to restore it.

But if you take a more preventative approach, minimally invasive treatments will restore the child's oral health while leaving much of the tooth enamel intact.

3. Less Anxiety At The Dentist

Dental anxiety can start early, but if you expose your child to dental visits that are quick, painless, and minimally invasive, you can help them feel more comfortable taking care of their oral health.

Yes, you cannot fully remove the need for traditionally restorative treatments like a cavity filling. But if the child is more comfortable with their pediatric dentist, they’ll have an easier time sitting through their appointment, or they'll even notify you if they notice a cavity on one of their teeth before it grows bigger.

4. Long-Term, Better Oral Health

All these benefits can translate into better oral care for the child. Your pediatric dentist can monitor your child’s oral health development closely and adjust their treatments as needed to ensure the child’s smile grows happy and healthy.

These benefits can follow the child well into adulthood, too.

5. Better At-Home Care

Minimally invasive and preventative care also provides an opportunity to learn how to care for your child’s smile. Your pediatric dentist can provide you with lots of useful tips and tricks to brush and floss your child’s teeth, the right product to use, and even dietary changes you might want to consider.

Moreover, you and your child will feel more comfortable talking to the dentist about your concerns, which also improves the quality of dental care.

Minimally Invasive Dental Treatments at Sprouting Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

Our San Diego pediatric dentist can help protect your child’s oral health through several minimally invasive treatments designed to keep the little one’s teeth strong and healthy.

Request an appointment at Sprouting Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and stop by to learn more about your child’s preventative treatment options. For more information, call us at (858) 888-9298 today.