BIOCOMPATIBLE
WHITE CROWNS
FOR CHILDREN
IT’S AN EXCITING NEW WORLD PIONEERED BY SPRIG
Time-proven results you’ve grown to trust. Pediatric Zirconia crowns; proudly made in the USA since 2008.
PEACE OF MIND COMES FROM KNOWING YOU’VE CHOSEN THE VERY BEST FOR YOUR CHILD.
THEY’RE TRULY AMAZING AND YOU WONT EVEN KNOW THEY’RE THERE
Unbelievably thin yet remarkably strong, EZCrowns provide an amazing option never before available to children. Our crowns allow you to not only choose the most natural-looking restoration possible for your child, but also give you peace of mind knowing you’re choosing the healthiest and highest-quality alternative available on the market today.
My Child Needs Dental Crowns. What Options Do I Have? If the cavity is still small, your pediatric dentist can fix the tooth with a small simple filling. However, if the decay has significantly damaged the tooth, it is often necessary to place a crown “cap” on the tooth. Crowns are placed on teeth that have large areas of decay that could possibly break if restored with a simple filling material.
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Natural Color EZCrowns blend seamlessly with surrounding natural teeth.
All-ceramic Crowns Sprig is the world leader in esthetic Zirconia pediatric crowns. These crowns are made of solid Zirconia, a biocompatible material that, until now, has only been used in high-end, adult cosmetic dentistry. Composed entirely of one solid tooth-colored material, they look extremely esthetic, both from the front view and on the inside of the mouth. Each crown is glazed with a hint of natural color, making them very smooth, shiny, and impermeable to staining. They are exceptionally strong, and their unsurpassed esthetics allow them to blend in seamlessly with surrounding natural teeth.
Finding out your child has extensive tooth decay and needs crowns can be frightening. But having the option available to restore his or her teeth with NEW, state-ofthe-art, natural-looking, all-ceramic crowns will put your mind at ease. In fact, neither you nor your child’s friends will even be able to tell that there are crowns in your child’s mouth. As one mother remarked, “A smile that doesn’t encourage teasing is a wonderful gift for any child.”
Ask your dentist today about the Sprig crown option. Every time you look at your child, you’ll be glad you did.
The Rest . . . Stainless Steel Crowns
Stainless Steel Crowns With White Facings
Stainless steel crowns are the most common type of crown used in pediatric dentistry. These are what many people call “silver” crowns. These shiny silver crowns are very strong and durable and are a great option if you aren’t concerned about esthetics— or, in other words, good looks. On rare occasions they can cause localized tissue irritation and have been known to be a contributing factor in metal allergies.
To make stainless steel crowns look more esthetic, they are available with a pre-veneered plastic facing. While these “white” facings make the crowns look better, the plastic facings add extra bulk, making these crowns look bulbous or rounded. The “white” facings also have a tendency to chip off over time, exposing the silver crown underneath.
Composite Strip Crowns or Resin Crowns These crowns are very esthetic when prepared correctly but demand skillful technique and more time to complete. Composite looks very natural; but over time, it has a tendency to absorb stains, attract plaque, and discolor. While composite crowns are often chosen for esthetic reasons, they are weaker than Zirconia and stainless steel crowns, and are prone to fracture over time.
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HER SMILE IS CONTAGIOUS AND A TESTAMENT TO HOW SPRIG’S NATURAL LOOKING EZCROWNS CAN IMPACT YOUR CHILD’S LIFE.
Dentistry by Levi S. Palmer, DDS–Chico, California
Happy. Healthy. Smiles. Taking good care of our own teeth and showing our children the importance of good oral hygiene will help establish habits that will last them a lifetime. You can play an active role in caring for your child’s teeth and preventing tooth decay by following these guidelines for good oral health.
Start from birth Protect your baby from developing “bottle rot.” Don’t let your child go to sleep with a bottle in their mouth. Give your child water when they’ re thirsty between meals and avoid giving your baby juice or soft drinks. Encourage drinking plenty of pure water.
Get dental checkups early The American Dental Association and the Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommend that your baby have his first dental visit within six months of the appearance of the baby’s first tooth but no later than the child’s first birthday. This first visit not only gets your child familiar with the dentist’s office but can also help prevent little problems from becoming big ones down the road.
Establish a tooth-brushing and flossing routine early and make it fun! Let your baby play with the tooth brush before and after brushing. By making brushing and flossing fun, your child will be more cooperative and allow you to do a better job. Brushing time should be about two minutes and should be done by a parent or caregiver until your child is around five years of age. After that, continued parental supervision is still important to make sure that the teeth are getting cleaned adequately. Your dentist can provide you with small tablets that will help expose areas that might need more attention.
Avoid sugary snacks and sticky foods There are natural bacteria in the mouth; and when exposed to sugar, these bacteria start to produce an acid that breaks down the tooth surface and causes cavities. Frequent or prolonged
exposure to sugars will increase the likelihood of this process. Common sources of sugar include candy and soda but also fruit juice and even breast milk. It is important that you do not use these sugary liquids as a pacifier in a bottle for your child throughout the day.
Keep your child’s mouth clean Brush and floss your child’s teeth after meals using a child-size tooth brush. Do not use excessive amounts of toothpaste, and make sure your child does not swallow the toothpaste. If you are on the road and do not have a tooth brush handy, have your child drink some water. This will help dilute the sugars and help rinse the teeth.
Encourage your child to drink from a cup by one year of age When children are thirsty, encourage water throughout the day. This will not only be good for their teeth, but will also promote a healthy habit that will benefit their overall health for life. Eat a balanced diet, and limit starchy or sugary foods like chips, candy, and soda. When these foods are eaten, include them in the main meal instead of using them as in-between-meal snacks. The extra saliva flow during a meal will help to rinse these sugary foods out of the mouth.
Schedule regular visits with your pediatric dentist Dental professionals can help educate, encourage, and motivate you. They can also check for early signs of problems and address them while they are still small and easily fixed.