Nerve Therapy (Pulpotomy)

When decay is large or progresses without treatment, it can extend into the nerve of the tooth, therefore requiring nerve treatment. In an adult tooth, this treatment would be a root canal, but in baby teeth it is a simpler version of a root canal called a pulpotomy (“baby root canal”). The pulpotomy involves removing part of the nerve of the tooth and placing a soothing medication in the area. The tooth will be covered with a stainless steel crown to prevent fracture or any bacterial contamination.