Parvathi Pokala, DDS & Associates
Painless Pediatric Cavity Treatment in San Diego
Expertly restoring your child’s smile with gentle techniques and BPA-free, tooth-colored materials.
Painless Pediatric Cavity Treatment for Your Child
This service is ideal for children who:
Have visible dark spots or holes in their teeth.
Experience tooth sensitivity to cold, heat, or sweets.
Have persistent toothaches that interfere with eating or sleeping.
Need to replace old or failing silver (amalgam) fillings with white fillings.
What To Expect
We make cavity treatment a breeze by focusing on comfort:
Gentle Numbing: We use specialized techniques to ensure the numbing process is barely felt.
Quiet Technology: Our modern equipment is designed to be quieter and faster, reducing “chair time.”
Watch a Movie: Children can watch their favorite shows on overhead TVs during the procedure.
“Sleepy Juice” & Laughing Gas: We offer varying levels of sedation to ensure your child feels nothing but relaxation.
How is our approach different:
Aesthetic Excellence: We use high-quality composite resins that are color-matched to your child’s tooth for a seamless look.
Conservative Dentistry: We remove as little of the natural tooth as possible to preserve its strength.
Biocompatible Materials: Our office uses BPA-free and mercury-free materials for your child’s safety.
SMART Technique: For some children, we offer “Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Treatment”—a no-drill way to stop decay.
Yes. Untreated cavities can cause severe pain, infection, and damage the permanent teeth developing underneath.
Yes, we use tooth-colored materials that blend in perfectly.
Most simple fillings can be completed in about 30 to 45 minutes.
How does your child benefit?
✔ Pain Relief: Stops toothaches and sensitivity immediately.
✔ Healthy Development: Preserves baby teeth to guide permanent teeth into the correct position.
✔ Confidence Boost: A healthy, white smile helps children feel better about themselves.
✔ Prevents Infection: Stopping decay now prevents the need for more costly root canals or extractions later.
Don't Let a Small Cavity Become a Big Problem
Schedule a gentle restorative consultation at our San Diego office today.
Call (858) 278-8700
