Pediatric dentist-backed guidance
Stainless steel crown
A strong silver cap that covers the whole tooth. It often protects a baby back tooth with a large cavity or after treatment inside the tooth.
During the visit
The dentist numbs and shapes the tooth, then fits and glues on the crown. Your child may feel pressure from the bite being open.
After the visit
Wait until numbness is gone before chewing. Brush near the gum and avoid sticky candy. Call if the cap comes loose or pain does not settle.
Good to know
It is also called an SSC. On a baby tooth it usually stays until the tooth falls out. Tell the dentist about metal allergies before choosing a crown.
Pediatric dentist-backed sources
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