Sparrow Hill Pediatric Dentistry Call

Fillings and crowns for Ocala kids

When a cavity needs repair, we explain each step to your child first, then work gently and quickly.

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How we fix a cavity

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We put numbing gel on the gum first, then numb the tooth. We clean out the decay and fill the space with a tooth-colored material.

When a crown is the better choice

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A large cavity in a baby molar can break a filling. A small crown covers the whole tooth and holds it until the adult tooth comes in.

After the visit

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The lip and cheek stay numb for a few hours. Watch that your child does not bite or chew them, and offer soft food until the numbness wears off.

Questions about tooth-colored fillings and crowns

Why fix a baby tooth that will fall out?

Baby back teeth often stay until age 10 to 12. A cavity left alone can cause pain and infection.

Is my child awake for a filling?

Yes. For a nervous child, laughing gas is one option we can talk about.

Reviewed by Dr. Annika Ferrante, DMD, October 7, 2026