What Is A Partial Pulpotomy?
A partial pulpotomy is a dental procedure used to treat deep cavities or infected pulp while preserving as much of the healthy tissue as possible. Unlike a full pulpotomy, which removes all of the pulp, a partial pulpotomy only removes the infected pulp, leaving the healthy tissues intact. This procedure helps alleviate pain and prevent further infection while maintaining the tooth's integrity. Purchase Endodontics in Paducah, KY, offers partial pulpotomy to save your natural tooth and avoid more invasive treatments. Dr. Scott D. Seitzinger and Dr. Daniela K. Shields are dedicated to providing precise care that helps you preserve your smile and restore your tooth's health. Contact us today to learn more about this treatment.
How Is A Partial Pulpotomy Performed?
Before scheduling your partial pulpotomy procedure, we begin with a comprehensive exam to evaluate your tooth's condition. Our team will carefully examine the affected tooth for signs of infection, damage to the pulp, or cavities deep enough to reach the inner portion of the tooth. If these issues are found, we may recommend a partial pulpotomy to save your tooth and prevent further damage. We'll start the treatment by numbing the area with a local anesthetic to help keep you comfortable. Dr. Seitzinger or Dr. Shields will then remove the infected portion of the pulp, preserving the healthy tissue. After cleaning and disinfecting the area, they'll apply a medicated dressing and seal the tooth with a filling or crown, helping you restore your smile and avoid more invasive procedures down the road.
What Are the Benefits of A Partial Pulpotomy?
A partial pulpotomy offers several advantages for patients dealing with infection or deep cavities. By treating only the infected portion of the pulp, this procedure allows for the preservation of the natural tooth while minimizing the need for more invasive treatments.
Some of the key benefits of a partial pulpotomy include:
- Preserving the natural tooth and avoiding extraction
- Minimizing discomfort compared to a full root canal
- Quicker and less invasive than a root canal
- May prevent the need for more invasive treatments in the future
- Preventing further infection and damage to the tooth
- Restoring tooth function with a filling or crown, providing protection
Purchase Endodontics Reviews
Dr. Seitzinger did a root canal for me and was excellent! Kind, professional and informative about the procedure. His staff was also very friendly and professional as well! Highly recommend! Painfree and gentle!
Very quick procedure. As good as an experience you could ask for, given the situation. Staff was very pleasant and Dr. Shields and her assistant were very professional and personable. I would highly recommend them.
Literally the nicest staff ever, I appreciate you all so much. I was so worried after past experiences and this was such a lovely experience. I cannot thank you all enough.
I can see why dr.shields and her assistant get a 5,she came in and explained everything and it was painless,my dentist referred me to her and said she was the best,I thought sure she is,she really is,hate saying this but I'm looking forward to my next root canal,lol, also when I was paying they said it would be 240.00,I said my quote was for 420.00,they said they didn't have to do a part of it,very honest,and the man at the reception was great too,also I loved their couch
10/10 recommend. They explained everything before doing it. Very personal. Very polite and not let's rush you out to get the next person in.
40
Total Reviews
5
Average Rating
Restore Your Smile with Less Invasive Care
If you're dealing with deep cavities or infection, partial pulpotomy may be the solution to restore your tooth and avoid more invasive procedures. Dr. Seitzinger and Dr. Shields at Purchase Endodontics in Paducah, KY can help preserve your natural tooth with this effective and minimally invasive procedure. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward a healthier, stronger smile.