Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

 There are different types of substances that can be used in order to fill a cavity. Dr. Fuller will provide the substance that best fits the needs of your child and your family.    The purpose of a filling is to protect against further decay that can impact the root. Amalgam fillings are made up of mercury, copper, tin and silver. They have been around for a long time.   The other type of material that is often used is called a composite filling. Composite fillings are white in color and they require less preparation.   One of the main advantages of composite fillings is that they can be matched to your child’s other teeth color.   The material is less controversial in children.    Composite fillings are strong and can protect your children’s teeth from further decay. When you find out your child has a cavity and is in need of a filling the first time, it can be scary, but it does not have to be. There are a var...

Billions of children will dress up this Halloween and participate in running around the neighborhoods gathering as much candy as can fill their bags. The next day you might find your little ones breaking into that candy stash early in the morning. On average, 2.08 billion dollars will be spent on candy, while the average kid consumes over seven thousand calories on this special day and three cups of sugar. "This excessive amount of sugar consumed can lead to unhealthy habits later on," says Dr. Cameron Fuller.   How can you trade your child’s treat-or-treat habits into something more positive? Some families have their children trade in their treats for something else. For example, a toy at the store they have been wanting or a trip to a local favorite restaurant for a healthy food alternative.   Take your child to less houses. You can hit the few on your block and stick to a small radius.  Provide a smaller bag or container for your chi...