Pulp Therapy – Buffalo Grove, IL

Giving Your Child’s Tooth Another Chance

Did you know that cavities are among the most common oral health issues in children? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 50% of children under the age of 8 have had at least one cavity in their baby teeth! Sometimes cavities can be treated with dental fillings, but in more severe cases, a procedure known as pulp therapy might have to be used to save the tooth in question. To learn more about pulp therapy or to get in touch with our team to see if your child could benefit from this procedure, continue reading or contact our office today!

Why Choose Capezio Pediatric Dentistry for Pulp Therapy?

  • Two Experienced Pediatric Dentists on Staff
  • Dental Insurance Proudly Accepted
  • Same-Day Emergency Appointments Available

Does Your Child Need Pulp Therapy?

a child suffering from a toothache

Inflamed or injured pulp that results from a severe cavity is an exceptionally painful issue, and your child will likely express discomfort with one of their teeth when it happens. Even if the source of the pain isn’t visible, it will quickly become obvious. Some other signs to look for include:

  • Constant unexplained pain, especially during the nighttime.
  • Sensitivity to warm and cool foods and drinks.
  • Swelling or redness around the affected tooth.
  • Unexpected looseness or mobility of the affected tooth.

The Pulp Therapy Process

a child receiving dental treatment

Once we’ve determined that pulp therapy is needed, we’ll speak with you about what you and your child can expect during the appointment. Your child’s mouth will be sufficiently numbed with a local anesthetic so that they don’t feel any discomfort, and from there, we’ll get started. We will remove the infected structure of the baby tooth, including portions of the pulp or nerve center. We’ll also clean and sanitize the tooth before refilling its structure as needed, either with the help of a filling or a crown.

The Benefits of Pulp Therapy

a closeup of a child smiling

Even though baby teeth are intended to fall out, it’s still beneficial to restore them with pulp therapy when they become compromised with decay – this is since they help to guide future dental development! Extraction should only be seen as a last resort. If baby teeth are lost too early, the permanent teeth forming underneath can line up incorrectly. Plus, without a complete set of teeth, your child may struggle to eat and speak clearly. Perhaps the biggest benefit of pulp therapy is the pain relief it provides for your child, though; rather than simply addressing the symptoms of the pain, pulp therapy is designed to completely address its source and ensure that it doesn’t come back.