Chronic hyperplastic pulpitis, otherwise called pulp polyp, results in the formation of granulation tissue in response to persistent inflammation of the pulp. It causes the pulp to overgrow out of the pulp chamber. The treatment options include extracting the tooth or root canal treatment.
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What is the treatment for hyperplastic pulp? Kindly suggest.
Query: Hi doctor,Until I am able to see a dentist is there a way to relieve the pain? After looking up my problem I have hyperplastic pulp. My gums are coming through the hole in my tooth. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your chief complaint suggests you have got a pulp polyp due to an infection of the carious tooth. You are advised to follow the treatment protocol for pain relief of tablet Ordent BD (Ofloxacin and Ornidazole) BD for five days and tablet Ketoroloc 10 mg SOS. Place it un... Read Full »
What can I do for a tooth cavity that is filled with gums?
Query: Hello doctor, My tooth got a hole at the center (up to down) and it was hurting since years, but later it stopped hurting. Few months before the gums started to form inside the hole. Now the gums are swollen, and recently when I was brushing my teeth, a hole has formed on the sides of that swollen g... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw the attachment (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) and shall try to resolve your issue with my best efforts. Actually, there is a term for the condition you are explaining. It is a dental polyp that develops in case of chronic pulpitis. As ... Read Full »
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