Pulpotomy Procedure To Rescue Infected Teeth
When people complain of discomfort, it means that they have pulpitis. It is the inflammation of dentin pulp caused by untreated cavities. Teeth sensitivity is the first sign of spreading caries. Especially for children, doctors will recommend that a child undergo a pulpotomy procedure to remove decay. It helps to save a tooth that is severely damaged. Then, they use composite material to protect the cleaned tooth. Procedural Steps Before the procedure starts, dentists will numb the infected area with anesthesia. Alternatively, child patients will get sedatives to keep them calm and relaxed. Then, practitioners will remove decays from a tooth to prevent contamination of pulp tissues. They drill through the enamel to access the chamber. If this part is filled with pus, practitioners must perform a tooth extraction before pulpotomy procedures. After this, specialists use wet cotton swabs or pellets to alleviate the bleeding within some time. Once the bleeding...
