A pulpectomy is an endodontic procedure of removing the pulp and filling the teeth with a bio-absorbable material. It is usually done in the primary tooth. It is advised to prevent the loss of milk tooth that is destroyed by extensive caries or trauma. It is a single visit procedure. In a pulpectomy, an absorbable material is placed, whereas a temporary filling is placed in root canal treatment followed by a crown.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. However, the advice tendered by the dentist, in this case, is alright.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. If the tooth is not mobile, then no need to worry for now.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is normal for the pulp to bleed profusely when it is a little enlarged inside, like a polyp.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If he is not cooperating then root canal treatment is very difficult for him and he would need to be sedated.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually, such milk teeth can be saved by doing pulpectomy (similar to RCT) and then putting a metal crown over it to prevent further decay.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This tooth is a milk tooth which will fall off in around 10 to 11 years of age (attachment removed to protect patient identity).
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since your child is only three years old, so the chances of root resorption are low which means that his roots must be intact.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pulpectomy is suggested as the front milk tooth has to remain at the position for about seven to eight years till the permanent tooth comes out.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the image sent by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, the molar tooth is exposed and needs pulpotomy.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can see in attached pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity), actually, there are multiple apical infections.
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