Children's Dentistry
Pediatric Dental Crowns in West Jordan
When a tooth is too damaged for a filling, a pediatric crown restores it fully, so your child can chew and smile, and keep that tooth until it's ready to be replaced naturally.
Restores the whole tooth
A durable cap rebuilds a tooth that a filling alone couldn't hold.
Protects and lasts
It holds up to everyday chewing and guards against pain and infection.
Gentle, sedation-friendly
We numb thoroughly and offer sedation for anxious kids.
What a Pediatric Crown Is
A crown is a durable cap that covers and protects a tooth, restoring its full shape and strength. Unlike a filling, which repairs part of a tooth, a crown rebuilds the whole tooth so it stands up to everyday chewing.
How a Crown Visit Goes
Calmer and quicker than most parents expect. Here's how we do it.
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Numb gently
We fully numb the area and explain each step in simple words.
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Prepare the tooth
We remove the decay and shape the tooth to receive the crown.
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Place the crown
We fit and secure the cap over the tooth.
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Check the bite
We make sure it feels natural before your child heads home.
Anxious about treatment?
Why a Crown Protects the Tooth
Saving a damaged tooth keeps your child's bite intact, supports healthy chewing and speech, and prevents the pain and infection that can follow severe decay. For a baby tooth, a crown helps it hold space for the adult tooth until it falls out naturally.
When & Who It's For
We recommend a crown when a tooth has a large cavity, has broken, or has had pulp therapy, cases where a filling alone wouldn't hold. Children with significant decay or a fractured tooth are the most common candidates, and we care for every child gently, including those who feel nervous.
We'll rebuild your child's tooth gently and completely, so it stays healthy right up until nature replaces it.
Where to Find Us in West Jordan
Our Southpoint office sits near 9000 South and 1300 West in West Jordan, just east of Redwood Road and about a mile east of Bangerter Highway. We're minutes from Gardner Village, Veterans Memorial Park, and Jordan Valley Medical Center, with free parking right out front.
Wasatch Pediatrics Dentistry & Orthodontics: Southpoint 9071 S 1300 W Suite 100 West Jordan, UT 84088 (801) 676-3700 Call to BookAlso Serving Families Near West Jordan
Just outside West Jordan? We welcome patients from across Salt Lake County.
Common Questions About Crowns
Why would a baby tooth need a crown?
When decay or a break is too large for a filling, a crown restores the whole tooth so it stays healthy and functional until it is naturally replaced.
Is getting a crown comfortable for my child?
Yes. We numb the area and keep things calm, and we offer sedation options for children who feel anxious or need more involved treatment.
How long does a pediatric crown last?
A well-placed crown typically lasts until the baby tooth falls out naturally, protecting the tooth the whole time.
Restore your child's smile
Call (801) 676-3700 and we'll plan a gentle visit.