Preserve your teeth with pulpotomies and root canals

Effective treatments to relieve pain, save your natural teeth, and restore dental health.

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What happens during a pulpotomy?

In a pulpotomy, the dentist removes the diseased pulp tissue from the crown part of the tooth, leaving the root’s pulp intact. This procedure is common in pediatric dentistry to treat decayed baby teeth and protect the developing permanent teeth.

What happens during a root canal?

A root canal involves removing infected or inflamed pulp from the entire tooth, then cleaning and filling the root canals to prevent reinfection. The tooth is later sealed with a crown or filling to restore its full function and appearance.

Understanding pulpotomies and root canals

Pulpotomies and root canals are endodontic treatments used to remove infected or damaged tissue from inside a tooth, preventing further decay and preserving the tooth’s structure. Pulpotomies are typically performed on children with baby teeth, while root canals are for adult teeth.

Recovery and aftercare

After these procedures, some discomfort is normal but manageable with over-the-counter pain medication. Good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups are crucial for the treated tooth’s longevity and overall oral health.

The importance of these procedures

Saving teeth, preventing complications.

Alleviate Pain: Both procedures effectively relieve pain caused by tooth decay or infection.
Prevent Tooth Loss: Treating the infection early can save the tooth from extraction.
Limit Spread of Infection: Removing infected tissue prevents the spread of infection to other teeth.
Restore Function: A treated and restored tooth can function like any other tooth, preventing bite and jaw issues.
Maintain Oral Health: Preserving the natural tooth helps maintain the overall health of your mouth and jaw.

Explore our other restorative services

Tooth Extractions

Tooth removal is a standard process to alleviate pain from decay, infection or overcrowding. This service can be done comfortably and will help prevent further oral health issues.

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Fillings & Restorations

Procedures to repair cavities, remove decay, and provide long-lasting results to improve tooth functionality.

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Don’t let tooth pain take over

Schedule an appointment today to see if a pulpotomy or root canal can relieve your pain and save your tooth.

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