Pediatric dental care · Princeton area, NJ

White Crowns for
Front Baby Teeth

Tooth-colored full-coverage crowns that rebuild decayed or broken front teeth so your child can smile, speak, and eat comfortably.

Schedule a visit Call 609-200-5437

Educational only. Crown type is chosen after an exam and X-rays.

Little teeth.
A little extra care.Natural-looking options
for growing smiles.
Three clinical views showing damaged upper front baby teeth and their appearance with white crowns.
Tooth-colored coverageMade for everyday smilesChosen for your child

Clinical photographs are educational and do not predict an individual treatment result.

Two ways to rebuild a little smile.

Front baby teeth sometimes need more than a small filling. Two common white options are composite strip crowns and zirconia crowns. Each has a different way of protecting the tooth.

Clinical views of upper front baby teeth before and after white crown placement.
Bonded composite

Strip crowns

A clear form is filled with tooth-colored composite, seated on the tooth and light-cured. The form is then peeled away and the crown polished.

Bonded in one visit, with an excellent shade match. A dry field is important for a reliable bond.

May suit: moderate decay, enough enamel left to bond, and a tooth that can be kept dry during treatment.
Six clinical photographs showing front teeth before preparation, during preparation, and with zirconia crowns in place.
Preformed ceramic

Zirconia crowns

A preformed ceramic cap is cemented over the prepared baby tooth. It has a natural look and is very durable and stain-resistant.

It needs enough tooth structure and a passive fit: the crown sits without being forced into place.

May suit: larger breakdown, grinding, a need for extra strength, failed composite, or after pulpotomy if the tooth can be prepared.
Three clinical views showing damaged upper front baby teeth and their appearance with white crowns. Six clinical photographs showing front teeth before preparation, during preparation, and with zirconia crowns in place. Clinical photograph of white crowns on upper front teeth, with a dental X-ray below showing the crowns and developing teeth.

When a filling
isn’t quite enough.

A crown covers more of the tooth than a filling. It can help restore its shape and function while your child’s smile continues to grow.

  • Large cavities on front baby teeth
  • Teeth broken by a fall or sports
  • Weak or stained enamel (hypoplasia)
  • After pulp treatment on an incisor
  • When a filling would not stay or would look poor
  • To restore the smile until adult incisors erupt, often around ages 6–8

The right fit matters.

A white crown isn’t right for every tooth. An exam and X-rays help your child’s dentist understand what can be restored comfortably and safely.

When might a crown not be suitable?
  • Decay extends too far under the gum to hold a crown.
  • Infection or looseness means the tooth needs extraction.
  • The adult incisor is close to erupting.
  • Your child has a rare allergy to a crown material.
  • Your child cannot sit for a bonded strip crown unless sedation is planned.
  • For zirconia, there is not enough room without harming the bite.
What about stainless steel?

Stainless steel is rarely the first choice on front baby teeth, except as a last resort. Your dentist can explain the alternatives for your child’s tooth.

A visit, step by gentle step.

Crown placement is usually completed in one treatment visit. Your child’s comfort and individual needs guide the plan.

1

Take a look

An exam and X-rays help guide the choice.

2

Get comfortable

Numb the tooth; nitrous oxide may help if appropriate.

3

Make room

Gently shape the tooth for its crown.

4

Place the crown

Bond the strip crown or cement the zirconia cap.

5

Final checks

Check the bite and color before going home.

White crowns on upper front teeth and a dental X-ray showing the crowns and developing teeth.

A little tenderness can happen.
Gums may look pale or feel sore for a day or two. If swelling persists or something doesn’t seem right, call the practice.

Home care,
kept simple.

Small daily habits help care for the crown and the tooth underneath.

  • Choose soft foods until numbness fades; help your child avoid biting their lip or cheek.
  • No chewing ice or hard toys on new front crowns.
  • Brush gently along the gumline twice daily.
  • Call us if a crown chips, loosens, or the gum stays puffy.

Ask which white crown
is right for your child.

A thoughtful next step for your little one’s smile.

Schedule with our teamCall 609-200-5437

Lawrence Township

505 Lawrence Sq Blvd S, Suite B
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648

Robbinsville

1 Union St, Suite 107
Robbinsville, NJ 08691

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