Restorative Treatment

Compassionate Pediatric Dentistry for the Wentzville Community

When a tooth decays and a cavity results, there are several ways it may need to be treated. The specific treatment will depend on the extent (i.e. size and depth) of the decay, the location of the decay, the age of the child, and sometimes other factors. We provide the following restorative services:

White (tooth-colored) fillings

Most cavities can be restored with a durable, lifelike restoration called a filling. The decay is carefully removed from the tooth and the resulting hole is filled with a high-quality material that is bonded to the tooth. It is hardened immediately after placement and then it is smoothed.

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Stainless Steel Crowns

Sometimes called “silver crowns” or “silver caps,” (not to be confused with old-school silver fillings which contain mercury) Stainless Steel Crowns are one of the most reliable, time-tested restorations in dentistry. Crowns offer full-coverage protection to teeth that need them. There are several reasons why a crown may be the best treatment for a tooth, but the most common reason is that the tooth is broken down so much that a filling wouldn’t last or would potentially compromise the rest of the tooth. Crowns keep the tooth intact and prevent further breakdown from occurring.

Note: Stainless Steel Crowns are only placed on posterior (back) teeth called molars.

White crowns

Tooth-colored crowns are sometimes needed on incisors (front teeth) when they have cavities that are too extensive for fillings to be used. These crowns are made of a sturdy composite material that is designed to last the life of the tooth.

Space Maintainers

If a baby molar (back tooth) is removed in a younger patient whose permanent tooth isn’t expected to come in for a long time, an appliance called a space maintainer is often placed. As their name implies, space maintainers hold room for a tooth that needs to come in sometime in the future. This ensures that it will go in the right place and won’t be blocked out by other teeth. Space maintainers help prevent impacted teeth and other orthodontic issues.

What Our Patients Are Saying

    
 
 
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   Brian W 
 6 January 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The girls love going to the dentist because of the friendly environment at the Wentsville office.  Dr. Rob is great!  My daughters actually look forward to going.
  
 
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   Jeff B 
 3 January 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everything went great with our three year old and her first dentist visit in the “bigger chairs.” The hygienist Sarah made our daughter feel safe and comfortable. She showed her how all the tools worked and explained what she was going to do. She even put on a movie for her to watch to help her relax with the new situation. Dr. Rob was also very informative and kind. We enjoy this dentist for our child. They are great!
  
 
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   Debbie A 
 1 January 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everything about our visit was outstanding as usual. Dr. Hintze recently opened his schedule on a day in January that was previously not available and was happy to add my grandsons so that they could get work done sooner. Rebecca at the front desk is always so pleasant and helpful. We highly recommend Pediatric Dentistry of Sunset Hills!
  
 
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   Sarah G 
 18 November 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exceptional experience!
  
 
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   Joshua S 
 4 November 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent practice, great staff, always on time, and a joy to send my kids to. I highly recommend.
  
 
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   Madison S 
 4 November 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Both of my kids love going to the dentist because of Dr. Rob and his staff. I think I’ve been going for almost 2 years and it’s been a consistent great experience for me and my kids! We won’t go anywhere else.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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