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Pulpotomy (Primary Tooth)

Category: Pediatric | Difficulty: Basic | Priority: Core

Clinical Definition

Removal of the coronal portion of the pulp in a primary tooth, leaving radicular pulp treated with medicament to maintain vitality.

Patient-Friendly

Taking out only the top part of the nerve in a baby tooth and placing medicine so the tooth can stay in the mouth.

Related Terms

[[partial nerve treatment; baby tooth root therapy]]

Notes

Common pediatric vital pulp therapy procedure

Audience

๐Ÿ—‚ Front Desk ๐Ÿ‘ถ Pediatric