Gentle Cavity Treatments Without Drilling or Numbing

Minimally invasive (or non-invasive) dentistry focuses on:

• Arresting or slowing down cavities without drilling into the tooth
• Strengthening and protecting enamel
• Avoiding trauma to the tooth and nerves
• Reducing anxiety and discomfort for kids

These techniques are especially helpful for:

• Young or anxious children with multiple areas of decay
• Early-stage cavities
• High-risk patients or those with special needs
• Families who would like to take a more conservative approach to try and slow decay progression for a tooth close to falling out, or to buy time to allow for maturation of a child who needs more extensive treatment needs in the future
• Teeth in hard-to-treat areas (like between teeth or near the gumline)

Silver Fluoride & Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) — Non-Staining Formulas

• ‍‍What it does: Kills cavity-causing bacteria and hardens soft tooth structure — without drilling.
• What’s new? Our modern formulation minimizes staining using special rinses and potassium
  iodide, giving us the antibacterial benefits without turning the tooth black.
• Best for:
  
  • Very young children or those not ready for fillings
  • Arresting early decay
  • Root surface protection on permanent teeth
• Antibacterial
• Fluoride-releasing
• No numbing or prep needed

Curodont™ Repair & Protect

• What it does: Uses peptide-guided enamel regeneration to rebuild weakened enamel from early white spot lesions — before they turn into full cavities.
  
  • Curodont Repair: Treats early decay using bioactive peptides that guide
    mineralization.
  • Curodont Protect: Prevents future breakdown by strengthening the outer enamel layer.
• Best for:
  
  • White spot lesions (especially post-braces)
  • Early decay on front or back teeth
  • Families wanting a drill-free, natural solution
• Non-invasive
• No drilling or staining
• Remineralizes from within

ICON Resin Infiltration

• What it does: Gently infiltrates early decay between teeth or on smooth surfaces (like white
  spots) using a special resin that seals and stabilizes enamel.
• Best for:
  
  • Cavities between teeth caught early on X-rays
  • Cosmetic white spots on front teeth
• Stops progression of decay
• Improves appearance of white spots
• No numbing or drilling

Predicta™ Bioactive Desensitizer

• What it does: Seals and soothes sensitive teeth using bioactive particles that integrate with the
  tooth and form a protective layer.
• Best for:
  
  • Sensitivity from gum recession or grinding
  • Post-treatment discomfort
  • Acid erosion protection
• Bioactive + fluoride release
• Soothes hypersensitive spots
• Great for both baby and adult teeth

Biocompatible Fillings

Children’s teeth and bodies are still developing, so the materials we use should:

• Support remineralization
• Avoid unnecessary chemical exposure
• Offer gentle adhesion without aggressive drilling
• Protect against future decay

That’s why we avoid amalgam (silver) fillings and focus on minimally invasive, fluoride-releasing, and tissue-friendly materials instead.

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Povi‑One™: A Fluoride-Free Option

Povi‑One™ is an iodine-based oral rinse we offer as a gentle, effective alternative. It helps reduce cavity-causing bacteria and supports healthy gums — without using fluoride.

• Safe for young children
• First dose applied in-office
• 5 consecutive home applications
• Ideal for kids with higher cavity risk or families avoiding fluoride
• No adverse side effects
• No staining of teeth
• Taste and application well tolerated

This trusted formula uses povidone‑iodine, commonly used in hospitals, now adapted for pediatric dental care.

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10% Povidone-Iodin interferes with bad bacteria's ability to stick to the tooth. Bad bacteria are responsible for many unhealthy oral outcomes like cavities, periodontal disease and bad breath.

• No needles, no drills — less anxiety and more cooperation
• Safe, science-based ingredients — many are fluoride-enhanced and bioactive
• Customizable care — we tailor the best option for your child’s needs and risk level
• Helps prevent more serious dental work down the line