Pulp Therapy Auburn
Saving Damaged Teeth
Our Auburn dental team is committed to helping
young smiles thrive. In some cases, that means we must extract teeth. Most of the time, though, we are able
to preserve teeth so they can continue functioning. That may involve the use of pulp therapy, a restorative
procedure that can remove infected tissue, end a toothache, and support your child’s long-term oral health.
Continue reading below to learn more about this service and its benefits.
Does My Child Need Pulp Therapy?
Pulp therapy is a treatment that addresses issues within the pulp, which is the soft inner tissue of a tooth that houses nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues. How can you tell if your child might need this treatment? Here are some signs and symptoms to look out for:
- Your child is experiencing discomfort or signs of dental distress.
- Your child is complaining of persistent tooth pain or heightened sensitivity to temperature
- There is visible damage to one of your child’s teeth, such as cracks or chips.
- There is swelling and redness near the affected tooth.
Our team will evaluate your child’s tooth and determine whether pulp therapy or another treatment may be the best course of action.
The Pulp Therapy Process
We aim to make the pulp therapy process as smooth and stress-free as possible for your child. First, we ensure the area is thoroughly numbed to prevent discomfort. In some situations, we may also recommend sedation to help your child feel calm and at ease during the procedure.
The type of pulp therapy your child requires will depend on the condition of their tooth. In cases where the tooth is alive, meaning it still has blood flow and responds to temperature changes, we may perform a pulpotomy. This involves removing the pulp from the crown of the tooth, and it is often done for baby teeth to preserve them until they naturally fall out.
Alternatively, if the tooth is no longer alive, we may recommend a pulpectomy. During this procedure, we remove all pulp from the tooth, including within the root canals. This method is similar to a traditional root canal but does not involve filling the tooth afterward.
After either procedure, a crown may be placed over the tooth to restore its function and strength.
The Benefits of Getting Pulp Therapy
Pulp therapy can offer significant advantages for your child and their overall oral health. By preserving baby teeth, this treatment helps maintain proper jaw development and promotes the healthy eruption of adult teeth. Early intervention can prevent future complications and may save you time and money in the years ahead.
Resolving a toothache enables your child to eat and chew without pain, allowing them to receive the nutrition they need for optimal growth and development. Additionally, alleviating pain contributes to improved emotional well-being and may reduce behavioral challenges associated with dental distress.
When pulp therapy is performed on a permanent tooth, it provides lasting results that can contribute to your child's oral health for many years.
