Pulpotomy

Pulpotomy is a gentle dental procedure for kids that can save their smile! At Almaden Valley Surfside Kids Dental, we offer this service as a painless treatment to remove damaged pulp and save your child's tooth. With our skilled pediatric dentists and child-friendly approach, we strive to create a comfortable experience. Call our team at 408-770-9383 to learn more and schedule an appointment with Dr. Keerthi Golla or Dr. Josh Lin for your child's pulpotomy in San Jose, California.

If your child has an infected tooth, our pediatric dentists may recommend a pulpotomy. Also known as a baby tooth root canal, a pulpotomy is a type of endodontic treatment used to remove damaged tooth tissue and prevent the tooth from needing extraction. It is usually recommended when there is decay or injury affecting the dental pulp.

Pulpotomies involve removing the decay from the pulp chamber of the tooth and sterilizing the area, similar to what occurs during an adult root canal procedure. Unlike a full root canal, however, the tooth's nerves are not removed or treated, and in some cases, healthy dental pulp may be left in the tooth to help maintain its vitality. After the decayed and damaged pulp is removed and the tooth is thoroughly cleaned, our pediatric dentists will place a dental crown to cap the tooth and protect it from further damage. We typically recommend stainless steel crowns for children.

A pulpotomy is generally recommended for primary (baby) teeth but may also be used on permanent teeth if much of the dental pulp is still healthy. A pulpotomy may also be recommended when the tooth roots have not finished forming, as a partial pulpotomy can give the tooth a chance to complete this stage of development.

If you have any questions about pulpotomy treatment in San Jose or would like to make an appointment with our pediatric dentists, please contact our office at 408-770-9383 and speak with a member of our team.