Pulpectomy
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Many families hear about pulpectomy when a tooth with deep decay or injury causes pain or discomfort. Understanding what it involves helps to understand why preserving the tooth is sometimes recommended instead of removing it.
A pulpectomy is a dental procedure that consists of removing the internal tissue, or pulp, of an affected tooth and cleaning the canal, in order to preserve the tooth. It is frequently performed on baby teeth.
When is it considered? With persistent dental pain, marked sensitivity, or an infection that compromises the pulp of the tooth.
Who performs it? The dentist evaluates each case, and the pediatric dentist is the ideal professional when it involves the teeth of children. Seeking care at the first sign of discomfort allows the available options to be reviewed with professional guidance.
Data on 112 doctors who treat pulpectomy
Which specialist treats pulpectomy?
A pulpectomy in children is usually performed by a pediatric dentist, who specializes in children's dental care, though a general dentist can also handle it in many cases. You can find nearby specialists to schedule your child's evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pulpectomy
Dr. Diana Delgado
Dr. Erick Reyes Ramirez
Dr. Laura E Figueroa Melgoza
Dr. Hernandez Hernandez Cesar Joel
Dr. Gonzalez Juan Chaquibp
Dr. Garza Nancy Cabrera
Dr. Beatriz Guerrero Macias
Dr. Ariadne Magali Villarreal Carranza
Dr. Juan Manuel Munoz Perez
Dr. Perla Samantha Soriano Leon
Dr. J. Flavio Pino
Dr. Balcazar Maqueo Nelson
Dr. Heidi Herrera Errasquín
Dr. Rodolfo Lara Maldonado
Dr. Ariadna Castillo
Dr. Isaura Tapia Pérez
Dr. Samantha Laguna Torres
Dr. Fernanda Moreno
Dr. Paola Artigas
Dr. Addy Noemi Estrada
Frequently asked questions
What is pulpectomy?
Many families hear about pulpectomy when a tooth with deep decay or injury causes pain or discomfort. Understanding what it involves helps to understand why preserving the tooth is sometimes recommended instead of removing it.
Which doctor treats pulpectomy?
A pulpectomy in children is usually performed by a pediatric dentist, who specializes in children's dental care, though a general dentist can also handle it in many cases. You can find nearby specialists to schedule your child's evaluation.