Crowns in Pediatric Dentistry

In pediatric dentistry, crowns are used to restore severely decayed or damaged primary (baby) teeth. Stainless steel crowns (SSCs) are commonly used due to their durability, cost-effectiveness, and ease of placement. These crowns are often recommended for children with extensive decay, fractured teeth, or after pulpotomy or pulpectomy procedures. SSCs protect the remaining tooth structure until the primary tooth naturally exfoliates. In cases where aesthetics are a concern, especially for front teeth, tooth-colored crowns (such as zirconia or resin-based materials) may be used. Let our speaker Dr Ankita Annu takes you through the different procedures involved in crowns and how to use them in their clinical practice.