Abstract
Dental caries remains a significant oral health problem affecting children worldwide. Restoring carious lesions in the pediatric dentition requires materials and techniques that are effective, efficient, esthetic, and minimally invasive. This review provides an overview of the latest trends in pediatric restorative dentistry, focusing on restorative materials, esthetic crowns, biological restorations, prosthetic rehabilitation, and alternative techniques for improving esthetics. Advancements in glass ionomer cements, composite resins, and nanofilled composites have improved physical properties and esthetics. Esthetic crowns like zirconia, cerec, and preveneered stainless steel offer durable and natural-looking solutions. Biological restorations (fragment reattachment, natural tooth pontics) and prosthetic techniques (modified appliances, fiber-reinforced space maintainers) enable conservative approaches. Alternative techniques such as bleaching, veneers, lasers, and cosmetic contouring further enhance esthetics. As the field continues evolving, future research should focus on developing biocompatible, minimally invasive, and long-lasting materials and techniques that improve patient compliance and satisfaction while addressing the unique challenges of treating pediatric patients.
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