Pulpotomy in Dubai

Pulpotomy

Save baby teeth by treating deep cavities gently.

Worried about your child’s decayed or infected tooth? Pulpotomy is a common pediatric dental procedure that treats infection while preserving the natural tooth structure.

Pain-free and child-friendly procedure

Prevents further tooth infection and decay

Preserves baby teeth for natural oral development

Quick recovery with minimal discomfort

What is Pulpotomy?

Pulpotomy is a dental treatment used for children when the inner soft tissue (pulp) of a primary tooth becomes inflamed or infected. Unlike a root canal, pulpotomy focuses on removing only the affected part of the pulp while keeping the remaining tissue intact.

How It Works:

The dentist removes the infected portion of the pulp.
A medicated filling is placed to protect the healthy tissue.
A crown is often placed over the tooth for durability.
This treatment prevents premature tooth loss and maintains proper oral function.

Benefits of Pulpotomy

Relieves pain and discomfort caused by deep cavities or infection.
Prevents the spread of infection to surrounding teeth and gums.
Preserves baby teeth until natural exfoliation.
Supports proper speech development and chewing ability.
Quick, minimally invasive, and child-friendly treatment.
Reduces the need for premature extractions and orthodontic issues.

Who is a Good Candidate for Pulpotomy?

A child may need pulpotomy if they:

Have a deep cavity affecting the pulp.
Experience pain or sensitivity when eating.
Have swelling around the affected tooth.
Show signs of infection but still have enough healthy tooth structure to be preserved.

However, if the infection has spread to the root, an extraction may be recommended instead.

The Procedure: Step-by-Step

Before Treatment

The dentist examines the tooth using X-rays.
Local anesthesia is applied to ensure a pain-free experience.

During Treatment

The infected portion of the pulp is carefully removed.
A special medicated material is placed to protect the remaining pulp.
A crown is placed over the tooth to restore function and strength.

After Treatment

The child may feel slight discomfort for a day but can resume normal activities immediately.
The treated tooth will function normally until it naturally falls out.