Medically reviewed by Dr. Aditi Jain, BDS, MDS · Periodontist & Oral Implantologist · with 15 years of experience·Last reviewed 11 June 2026
A paediatric crown is a small, pre-shaped cap that fits over a decayed or weakened baby tooth (milk tooth) to protect it and rebuild its shape, so the tooth can keep doing its job until it falls out naturally. At Surekha Dental Clinic in Mulund West, Mumbai, paediatric crowns (also called kids crowns or baby tooth caps) are fitted gently in a single sitting, with a topical numbing gel and a calm, unhurried pace that keeps your child comfortable. A cap suits a baby tooth that has too much decay for a simple filling, or one that has been weakened after a nerve treatment. If your child has a sore or broken back tooth, our friendly team is here to look after it and put your little one at ease.
When should you bring your child in for a possible crown?
A baby tooth with deep decay or damage often needs more than a filling to hold together. Bring your child in if you notice any of the following, as treating the tooth early usually keeps the sitting short and gentle.
A back tooth with a large cavity, a dark patch or a visibly broken or crumbling edge
Your child complaining of toothache, or wincing while chewing on one side
A baby tooth that has been chipped or cracked after a knock or a fall
Sensitivity to hot, cold or sweet foods that makes your child avoid certain meals
A tooth that has already had a nerve treatment and now looks worn or fragile
A filling that keeps falling out of the same tooth, leaving little healthy tooth behind
Step by step
Here is exactly what happens during your paediatric crowns, step by step.
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How is the tooth numbed and prepared for the crown?
The crown sitting starts gently for your child, with no rush and plenty of reassurance. The dentist first dabs a topical numbing gel onto the gum near the tooth, which settles the area and keeps it comfortable before anything else happens. Once your child is relaxed, a small dental bur removes the decayed part and trims the baby tooth down a little, making just enough room for the cap to slip over the top. Most children feel only a light tickle and some gentle pressure, nothing sharp. We keep talking to your child through each part and pause for a break whenever one is needed, so the step stays calm. Preparing the tooth carefully this way is what lets the crown fit snugly in the next step.
2Step 2 of 3
How is the paediatric crown fitted and cemented onto the tooth?
Once the tooth is shaped, the dentist fits the cap that will protect it. A pre-formed crown, either tooth-coloured or stainless steel, is gently tried on the prepared baby tooth and adjusted until it sits just right. The dentist will already have talked you through the choice, as a tooth-coloured cap blends in nicely while a sturdy stainless steel one suits hard-working back teeth. When the fit looks good, the crown is filled with dental cement and seated firmly onto the tooth, where the cement sets and holds it securely. Your child should feel only a little steady pressure as the cap goes on, and the step is over quickly. With the cap in place, the tooth is protected and ready for a final tidy-up.
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How does the dentist finish and check the new crown?
The last step is a gentle clean-up so the new crown feels comfortable in the bite. The dentist wipes away any extra cement from around the cap and flosses softly between the tooth and its neighbours, so nothing is left behind to bother the gum. Your child is then asked to bite together gently while the dentist checks that the crown meets the opposite teeth evenly and does not feel high or in the way. If a small adjustment is needed, it takes only a moment. Most children are chewing normally on that side again very soon. Before you leave, we show you and your child how to keep the capped tooth clean with gentle brushing, so it stays healthy until it falls out on its own.
Frequently asked questions about paediatric crowns
Does getting a crown hurt for my child?
No, fitting a paediatric crown is designed to be gentle and comfortable. A topical numbing gel settles the area first, and most children feel only light pressure, nothing sharp. Our team works at a pace that suits your child, explains each part in simple words and pauses whenever a break is needed.
How long does it take to fit a kids crown?
A paediatric crown is usually fitted in a single sitting, and the appointment is fairly short. The dentist prepares the tooth, fits and cements the cap, then checks the bite, all in the same sitting. The exact time depends on how your child settles, and we never rush them through it.
Why does my child need a crown instead of a filling?
A crown is recommended when a baby tooth has too much decay or damage for a filling to hold safely, or when the tooth has been weakened after a nerve treatment. The cap covers and protects the whole tooth, helping it stay strong enough to chew until it falls out naturally.
How long does a paediatric crown last?
A well-cared-for paediatric crown is designed to protect the baby tooth until it loosens and falls out naturally to make way for the adult tooth. Gentle daily brushing, avoiding very sticky sweets and regular check-ups all help the capped tooth stay healthy until that day comes.
Are paediatric crowns safe for children?
Yes. Pre-formed tooth-coloured and stainless steel crowns are a long-established, widely used way to protect badly decayed baby teeth. They are fitted gently with a topical numbing gel and checked for a comfortable bite. The team at Surekha Dental Clinic will explain which type suits your child best.
How much does a paediatric crown cost in Mumbai?
The cost depends on which tooth is involved, the type of crown used, whether a nerve treatment is needed first, and how many teeth need capping. Please call Surekha Dental Clinic on +91 98334 88847 or use the booking form. A written cost is provided after a short examination, with no obligation.
