PULP TREATMENT LAKE ST. LOUIS
Easing Tooth Pain with Effective Pulp Treatment
Is your child complaining of a toothache that won’t seem to go away? This could be due to an infection that has burrowed its way into the inner chamber of a cavity-stricken tooth. Dr. Ivan can help erase their discomfort as well as repair the tooth’s structure and function with pulp treatment in Lake St. Louis. Call our office today to schedule a same-day, after-hours, or weekend emergency appointment so we can help get your little one out of pain as soon as possible.
Why Choose Sunny Shore Pediatric Dentistry of Lake Saint Louis for Pulp Treatment?
- Safe Children’s Dental Sedation Offered
- Experienced Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
- Durable Zirconia & Stainless Steel Dental Crowns
How Does Pulp Treatment Work?
Pulp treatment, also sometimes referred to as a baby root canal, is a two-part treatment. After Dr. Ivan has diagnosed that your child has a large cavity extending to the nerve, he will administer a local anesthetic to the area to numb it. He’ll prepare the tooth by clearing away decay and sanitizing the area. In some cases, Dr. Ivan may also recommend children’s dental sedation, like nitrous oxide, to help calm any fear or nerves your child may have.
If the root of the tooth has yet to become infected, Dr. Ivan can remove only the infected pulp within the inner chamber of the tooth and fill the area to restore its structure. This will help ease your child’s pain as well as prevent the infection from becoming worse. He will then fill the tooth with gutta-percha and top the tooth off with a dental crown for added support and protection.