When a cavity is too large for a filling, or a baby tooth has been weakened by decay, a stainless steel crown can save the tooth and protect it until it falls out naturally. Our pediatric dentists place stainless steel crowns in a single visit.
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Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist with over 20 years of experience caring for children's dental health in Brooklyn. Dr. Slepak graduated from NYU College of Dentistry with Honors and completed a rigorous Pediatric Dentistry Residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn.
He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) and an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Slepak holds hospital privileges at three facilities for children requiring sedation dentistry.
A Brooklyn native and father of two, Dr. Slepak treats every young patient like one of his own, with patience, warmth, and genuine care for their well-being.
Meet Dr. Slepak →A stainless steel crown is a prefabricated metal cap that covers and protects a damaged baby tooth. Unlike fillings, which repair a small portion of the tooth, a crown wraps around the entire tooth to hold it together and prevent further damage.
These crowns are the standard of care in pediatric dentistry for baby teeth that have:
The crown stays on the baby tooth until the tooth falls out on its own, and the permanent tooth grows in underneath.
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Both options have their place, and our team will recommend the right one based on your child's specific situation.
Stainless steel crowns are preferred when:
White (tooth-colored) fillings work best for smaller cavities where enough healthy tooth structure remains to support the filling material.
For front teeth, we offer tooth-colored alternatives when appearance is a concern. For back molars, stainless steel crowns are more durable and have a higher success rate in young children.
The entire process is completed in one appointment, typically taking 30 to 45 minutes.
We apply local anesthesia so your child feels no pain. For anxious children, nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is available.
The dentist removes the decayed portion and shapes the tooth to fit the crown.
We choose the right size from our selection of pre-made crowns.
The crown is placed over the tooth and cemented into position.
We adjust the fit so your child can chew and close their mouth comfortably.
Your child can eat and drink normally after the numbness wears off (usually 1-2 hours).
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