APPLICATION OF MODERN FILLING MATERIALS IN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Abstract

Pediatric dentistry has seen considerable improvements in materials and
treatment options over the past few years. While other dental specialties have
experienced tremendous developments in their materials and methods over the past
forty years, pediatric dentistry has seemed to evolve much more slowly. Although
we have enjoyed success with the treatments of the past, less invasive options
involving fewer and more biocompatible chemicals can only benefit our patients
and our practice of dentistry. What is good for our patients is good for our
profession. This article will focus on the following new developments in pediatric
dentistry: less invasive pulpal treatment, the switch from form cresol to MTA,
bioactive restorations, and silver diamine fluoride