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Is General Anesthesia Or Novocain Procedure Suitable For Teeth Caps?

I need some advise.I was recently told my 3yr old will need 4 caps on his four front teeth. One dentist said they would do with local Anastasia and Novocain but couldn't get a X-ray. The other dentist said he would need general Anastasia in a hospital setting and won't take my insurance. The 1st place will and already gave me a quote. What is the best option as far as him being comfortable during the procedure?
Mon, 23 Jun 2014
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Thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the capping can be done under local anesthesia, it is a simple procedure. if your child is really uncooperative and not ready for the treatment then it has to be treated with general anesthesia. consult a pediatric dental surgeon and take a radiograph of the front teeth to decide is it necessary to give cap over four teeth because these teeth will shed at the age of 6-7years. i hope my answer will help you take care.
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Is General Anesthesia Or Novocain Procedure Suitable For Teeth Caps?

Thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the capping can be done under local anesthesia, it is a simple procedure. if your child is really uncooperative and not ready for the treatment then it has to be treated with general anesthesia. consult a pediatric dental surgeon and take a radiograph of the front teeth to decide is it necessary to give cap over four teeth because these teeth will shed at the age of 6-7years. i hope my answer will help you take care.