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Cavity Treatments for Kids

When dental decay occurs and a cavity forms, we can restore the health of your child's teeth.

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Dental Fillings

When cavities become visible in the child’s mouth or on an x-ray, it may be suggested that it be treated with a filling to prevent the decay from spreading and the cavity becoming larger.

Rather than the common silver filling, which contains mercury, our office chooses to use composite filling restorations. Our Doctors use the highest-quality biocompatible, tooth-colored restorations to create healthy, beautiful smiles without all of the prep-work associated with traditional fillings.

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Dr. Evan Reed
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Dr. Lindsey Reed
Dr. Lindsey Reed, a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry is originally from Atchison, KS. She completed her undergraduate studies at Baker University before moving to Kansas City ...
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Dr. Amy LeCave
Dr. Amy LeCave, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Amy earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the University of Missouri-Columbia and graduated Magna Cum Laude ...
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Dr. Jaime Orrick
Dr. Jaime Orrick is a board-eligible candidate for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Originally from Indiana, she earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Indiana Purdue. Upon graduation, she ...
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Dr. Danielle West
Dr. Danielle West is a Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She grew up outside of St. Louis in Farmington, Missouri. She attended Truman State University for her ...
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My girls will be patients with this practice for as long as they can be!
My 6 year old has been a patient of Dr. Lindsey’s since her 1st birthday and we have always had an amazing experience! Even after she got a cavity filled yesterday she left saying how much she “loves Dr. Lindsey!” Needless to say my girls will be patients with this practice for as long as they can be!
- ​Alicia W.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can nursing cause cavities? What about bottles and bottle rot? How do I prevent decay caused as a result?

The natural sugars found in breastmilk, formula, and any liquid that may contain sugar/acid, can cause cavities when the decay-causing bacteria are present. However, the decay that can be associated with nursing or bottle-feeding can certainly be prevented! Avoid nursing your child to sleep or sending them to bed with anything except water in their bed-time and nap-time bottles. As infants, it is recommended to brush or wipe the gums and teeth with a soft bristle infant toothbrush or a wash cloth after each feeding. When your baby has several teeth, if you are feeding before bed, be sure to brush with a fluoridated toothpaste and floss just before bed to ensure sugars/acids/bacteria have been removed from the teeth and gums.

When can my child start using fluoride toothpaste?

You can begin using fluoride toothpaste after the eruption of their first tooth! Using a rice-sized amount (under the age of 3 years) or pea-sized amount (3-6 years) appropriate to the child’s age, will aid in the prevention of early childhood cavities. We recommend parents supervise and place fluoridated toothpaste on their child’s toothbrush to ensure the proper amount is applied. This small amount is enough to be safe and effective in the prevention of cavities. Parents should encourage their children to spit out any excess toothpaste.
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