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Pediatric Dental Crowns for Kids

Dental crowns are used to restore and protect teeth that have been significantly damaged by decay or injury. At Great Outdoors Pediatric Dentistry, we provide high quality crowns as part of our comprehensive children’s dental care in New Hampshire, helping to preserve your child’s natural teeth and maintain proper function.

As a trusted board-certified pediatric dentist in New Hampshire, Dr. Patrick Wilson uses crowns to strengthen weakened teeth, prevent further damage, and support your child’s long term oral health.

Crowns are typically recommended when a tooth cannot be restored with a simple filling. This may occur when decay is extensive, the tooth is cracked or weakened, or after certain treatments such as pulp therapy. Common reasons a kids dentist may recommend a crown include:

  • Large cavities that compromise the structure of the tooth
  • Fractured or broken teeth
  • Teeth that have undergone pulp therapy
  • Protection for teeth at high risk of further decay

Early evaluation by a pediatric dentist in New Hampshire allows us to determine the best treatment option for your child.

There are several types of crowns available for children, and the best option depends on the location of the tooth and your child’s needs. Stainless steel crowns are durable and commonly used for back teeth, while tooth colored crowns provide a more natural appearance. Zirconia crowns are an advanced option that offer both strength and aesthetics, making them ideal for families who want a natural looking restoration.

As part of our children’s dental care in New Hampshire, we will recommend the most appropriate option to balance durability, function, and appearance.

Zirconia crowns are a popular choice in modern pediatric dentistry due to their strength, durability, and natural appearance. Made from a strong ceramic material, Zirconia crowns closely resemble natural teeth and are especially beneficial for visible areas of the smile. These crowns may be recommended when a tooth requires full coverage, when parents prefer a metal free option, or when long term durability and aesthetics are both priorities. As a pediatric dentist in New Hampshire, Dr. Wilson uses Zirconia crowns to provide children with a strong, long lasting solution that also supports a confident, natural looking smile.

What to Expect During Treatment

We understand that children may feel nervous about dental procedures, which is why our approach focuses on comfort and reassurance. Our kids dentist team uses gentle techniques to make the process as smooth as possible. During the procedure, the tooth is carefully cleaned and prepared, any decay or damage is removed, the crown is fitted and secured over the tooth, and final adjustments are made to ensure a comfortable bite. Our pediatric dentist in New Hampshire ensures your child feels supported throughout the entire visit.

Benefits of Dental Crowns for Your Child

Crowns offer several important benefits for your child’s oral health:

  • Protect and strengthen damaged teeth
  • Restore normal chewing function
  • Prevent further decay or fracture
  • Maintain proper spacing for developing teeth
  • Provide long lasting durability

Crowns play an important role in preserving your child’s smile and avoiding more complex treatments in the future.

Caring for Child's Dental Crowns

Caring for a dental crown is similar to caring for natural teeth. Maintaining good oral hygiene habits and regular dental visits will help ensure the crown remains in good condition.

We recommend:

  • Brushing 2 times daily
  • Flossing regularly
  • Avoiding excessively sticky or hard foods
  • Visiting your pediatric dentist in New Hampshire for routine checkups

At Great Outdoors Pediatric Dentistry, we are committed to providing trusted children’s dental care in New Hampshire. Whether your child needs a crown or another form of treatment, our goal is to deliver gentle, effective care that supports a lifetime of healthy smiles.

 

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What Parents Are Saying

Families throughout New Hampshire trust Great Outdoors Pediatric Dentistry for compassionate, high quality pediatric dental care. Parents appreciate our friendly team, fun office environment, and the gentle approach Dr. Wilson takes with every child. We are proud to have earned the confidence of so many families and invite you to see what others are saying about their experience with our pediatric dentist and team.

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Awesome is all I can say took my daughter in as a new patient and saw her the same day I called. Everything my daughter needs they are on top of it.
Kerrisa Atherton April 2026 , Google - Read More
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Skye and Dr. Patrick were so lovely and patient with my daughter who gets nervous getting her teeth checked out! The office is super cute and clean and I loved that the kids can watch a movie while in the chair!
Molly Wright March 2026 , Google - Read More
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Wonderful people to work with. Quick and easy appointments for my kids, great front office staff to work through insurance issues with, and beautiful office space.
Katie Ambrose April 2026 , Google - Read More
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We have always been extremely happy with our experiences at GOPD! The doctor and staff are incredible! Their of knowledge of different insurance plans has helped save us money! Thank you so much!
Shawn Herrick March 2026 , Facebook - Read More
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We had an absolutely wonderful experience. After going someone where else first that just wanted to pull teeth instead of fixing them we tried here. All the staff and doctor were absolutely wonderful. Came up with a wonderful care plan, my daughter had zero pain or discomfort and he addressed a few issues at once. We fee very comfortable with staff knowledge, explanation and care given. The self pay membership plan was also a huge cost savings as well as we self pay regardless.
Brianna Moynihan-Sienkiewicz February 2026 , Facebook - Read More
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I cannot speak highly enough about this place. The entire staff is very kind and extremely good at what they do. Great with kids. Our appointments are always smooth, efficient, and enjoyable. The location itself is very clean, modern, and streamlined. A++
Casey Williams January 2026 , Google - Read More
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Hands down the best experience my 2 year old and I have had yet! It was a breeze talking with Kris to schedule my son’s first dentist appointment. She was so nice and very helpful when I asked her about insurance coverage. She had Gabby in billing call me to answer a couple questions I had.

I was so nervous about my son’s first dentist appointment. He is a VERY active boy who rarely ever sits still.

When we arrived at GOPD, we liked how clean and orderly the general atmosphere was. The front desk staff were so down to earth and nice, it made me feel a lot better. We then met with dental hygienist, Sky, and she was so unbelievably sweet, patient and helpful with my son, showing him all the tools and letting him try them out. Dr. Patrick was amazing as well!

Honestly, I don’t have one bad thing to say. Everyone was so welcoming, nice and knowledgeable! My husband and I were impressed and very grateful to have found such a great place!

It was such a great first experience! Highly recommend!
Kristina Ellis April 2026 , Google - Read More

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