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What is Pulpotomy? – Pulpotomy Treatment Delhi

A pulpotomy is a form of pulp treatment for infected primary teeth. Primary or milk teeth get infected due to untreated tooth decay or cavities. The cavity starts most commonly through the chewing surface and destroys the outer layer called enamel. 

Once the infection reaches the innermost portion, the nerves and vessels, it causes pain and discomfort to the child. When the infection spreads, it will lead to premature loss of the milk teeth. 

In pulpotomy, our goal is to preserve the natural pulp. This will keep the tooth alive, which is essential for milk teeth as the roots are not completely mature. Pulpotomy helps the roots grow and mature, ensuring permanent teeth erupt correctly.

Pulpotomy is a simple procedure that can save a baby’s tooth until it is time to fall out. Saving the primary tooth will save space for the permanent tooth to come. Premature loss of milk teeth leads to problems with the bite and crowding in the permanent dentition.

In the information provided below, we will briefly discuss the indications and procedure- brought to you by Advanced Dental Clinic Delhi.

Is a pulpotomy really necessary? – Pulpotomy Treatment Delhi

It might seem like a lot of effort to get a pulpotomy done on baby teeth, which will fall out anyway, but primary teeth are essential for maintaining the structure of your child’s jaw and ensuring the adult teeth emerge in the right position. In addition, a pulpotomy will ensure any infection does not spread to the surrounding areas

Indications of pulpotomy – Pulpotomy Treatment Delhi

There are certain indications of pulpotomy which you should know; however, to know your child’s eligibility, a complete dental examination should be done.

• Decay extending to the innermost part
• No spontaneous pain( spontaneous pain indicates the need for pulpectomy)
• No swelling or abscess 
• Sensitivity to cold, hot, or sweet food items

Pulpotomy Procedure – Pulpotomy Treatment Delhi

Steps of pulpotomy

• The procedure starts with a detailed clinical examination of the involved tooth. Our kid’s dentist at Advanced Dental Clinic Delhi will also do a radiographic examination to know the extent of the decay.
• After making the diagnosis, a customized treatment plan is made for your child. 
• The pulpotomy procedure starts with anesthetizing the tooth to ensure total comfort for your child. The procedure is entirely painless and is carried out by our kids dental specialist under the effect of local anesthesia.
• Once the tooth is numb, the decayed portion is removed, and the pulp is reached.
• In pulpotomy, only the diseased portion of the pulp present in the crown portion is removed.
• The healthy pulp in the roots of milk teeth is left untouched. This healthy pulp is responsible for the growth of the roots.
• After removing the diseased pulp, the space is cleaned with certain medicaments. 
• After a thorough cleaning, the tooth is sealed to prevent reinfection and preserve the pulp of the root.
• After sealing the tooth, it is prepared to receive a stainless steel dental crown.
• The dental crown ensures that the tooth is not damaged and the strength of the remaining structure is restored.