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Pulp Extirpation
Pulp Extirpation is the process of removing the tooth’s pulp as part of the root canal treatment. During this procedure, the pulp and inner affected tooth are removed and cleaned from the affected tooth.
We at Mahima Dental clinic have performed thousands of pulp extirpation procedures over the past years and have a proven track record of helping many patients’ teeth from extraction.
Why do you need pulp extirpation?
If you have a toothache, it’s probably that your tooth pulp has been affected. The tooth pulp is a soft, innermost part of the tooth that holds the blood vessels, lymph nodes, and nerves. These parts of the tooth are probably never seen because they are protected by a harder outer shell. However, it doesn’t mean that pulp can’t be affected. If it becomes infected or damaged, it causes a lot of pain, and the damage is severe, your dentist will have to do pulp extirpation.
Cause of Pulp Extirpation
- Deep decay or decay under the filling.
- Injury or trauma on the teeth
- Advance stage of gum disease
- Creaks or chips that reach deeper than the enamel and damage the pulp.
Symptoms
- Pain and discomfort while eating and biting
- Gum swelling around the infected area
- Discoloration of Gums
- Dull ache and pain in roots and gums
Aftercare Procedure
Root Canal Treatment & Temporary Crown
- Avoid eating after the procedure. Your mouth is still numb for hours after the procedure. It's important not to eat, drink or chew anything.
- Avoid eating hard and crunchy foods.
- Brush your teeth twice a day but don't brush your teeth aggressively
- Floss your mouth normal, but avoid flossing the area surrounding the crown
- It's natural you might feel a little pain after/ swelling after the procedure. But, if the pain persists, kindly contact us.
Root Canal Treatment & Permanent Crown
- You might feel some pain and inflammation surrounding the crown. So you can take prescribed painkillers to control the pain.
Prevention
Following good oral hygiene is the best way to prevent infection and decay of the teeth.
- Brush twice a day
- Flossing once a day
- Visit the dentist every six months to check your oral health
If you have a dental emergency, contact us. Our caring and expert staff are available 24 hours a day to help you with all your emergency dental needs.