Which is better pulpotomy or root canal?

Conventional wisdom in dentistry has been that if the pulp has become infected, a root canal is the only effective choice. However modern research indicates that in situations where infection is not widespread, a pulpotomy may be just as effective. Saving more of the roots and tooth is a worthwhile goal.

What is a Pulpectomy procedure?

A Pulpectomy is a dental procedure used by dentists to remove all the pulp from the crown and roots of a tooth.

What is the aim of a Pulpectomy?

The objective of both pulpectomy and pulpotomy is to maintain a tooth both functionally and painlessly without disease until the primary tooth normally exfoliates with eruption of the underlying permanent tooth, or until the tooth is adequately developed for definitive root canal therapy.

Is a Pulpectomy painful?

This procedure is used to remove infected pulp from under the tooth’s crown. It’s less invasive than a root canal. You should experience no pain during a pulpotomy and only minor pain afterward.

What is the difference between a pulpotomy and a pulpectomy?

In pulpotomy, the coronal part of the pulp is removed while in Pulpectomy procedure, the crown and the root canal of the pulp chamber is removed. For further understanding, Pulpotomy is a common procedure and can be referred to as baby root canal. Pulpotomy restores and saves the tooth infected by a deep cavity.

When is a pulpectomy performed?

A pulpectomy may be performed on primary teeth when the coronal pulp tissue and the tissue entering the pulp canals are vital but show clinical evidence of hyperemia (Fig. 13-12) or if the root canals show evidence of necrosis (suppuration). It is unwise to maintain untreated infected primary teeth in the mouth.

What hurts more root canal or extraction?

Final Verdict: Save the Tooth if Possible In addition, healing from an extraction takes longer and is often more painful than healing from a root canal, and pulling the tooth means even more dental procedures and healing time to replace it later. Still, pulling the tooth might be right for some situations.

Can a root canal get infected?

Root canal infections are rare, but possible. Keep an eye on any early signs of an infection after you get a root canal procedure done. If you suspect your root canal has become infected, see your dentist as soon as possible to get it treated.