Deep decay in baby teeth, if not treated in time, can reach the nerve (pulp) of the tooth and require root canal treatment. But contrary to what some parents believe, decayed baby teeth should not be pulled out for no reason—in most cases, tooth-preserving treatments such as pulpotomy and pulpectomy are the best choice.
At Dr. Mojtaba Bazrafshan's dental clinic on Kish Island, we use modern methods to perform root canal treatment of baby teeth in children painlessly and in a calm environment.
What is the difference between pulpotomy and pulpectomy?
🔹 Pulpotomy (pulpotomy)
When used, which decay to the pulp of the tooth crown reached, but the roots are still healthy. In this method:
The only part damaged pulp (in the crown of the tooth) is removed.
The pulp of the root is preserved.
After treatment, the tooth with a special material, restoration, or coated with stainless steel (SSC) is unknown.
✔️ Health quick, painless, and suitable for maintaining the performance of the teeth until time of falling natural.
🔹 Pulpectomy
When the infection or inflammation of the to all the tissues of the pulp (crown and Root) has expanded to be. In this method:
Total pulp infected from the inside of the teeth out.
The root canals are cleaned, disinfected, and filled with biocompatible materials.
Then the teeth with restoration or veneer is unknown.
✔️ Replace a tooth extraction is necessary, and to maintain space, the growth of permanent teeth.
When the child to treat the root needs?
🔺 Severe pain or constant in the teeth
🔺 Abscess or swelling around the tooth
🔺 Extreme sensitivity to heat and cold
🔺 Decay or fracture to the area, nerve
🔺 Tooth discoloration (darkening)
Why keep the milk tooth is it important?
🦷 Preventing the disintegration of permanent teeth
🦷 Maintain the performance of chewing and speech
🦷 Prevention of problems, the growth of the jaw
🦷 Reduce the likelihood of the need for orthodontics in the future
Why our clinic right choice to cure the root children is?
✅ Expert team and experienced in Pediatric Dentistry
✅ Use of biocompatible and safe materials
✅ Child-friendly, stress-free environment
✅ Proactive approach and conservative rather than pulling teeth
