Pediatric Dentist in NJ Explains Baby Root Canal Procedure

Oct. 17, 2011 - PRLog -- POINT PLEASANT, NJ – Dr Diane Baldwin, a Pediatric Dentist in NJ and owner of Point Pleasant Dentistry for Children, explains the importance of the baby root canal (pulpotomy) procedure.  A baby root canal may be performed to alleviate tooth pain and discomfort in children and can also prevent the premature loss of baby teeth.

According to Dr Baldwin, a pediatric dentist may perform a baby root canal if a decayed tooth or deep cavity is causing pain to a child.  The problem typically results from an untreated cavity that is now deep within the tooth. Inflammation from the cavity can cause discomfort and sensitivity.

A baby root canal (pulpotomy) is similar to a root canal treatment of an adult tooth. It removes all the coronal pulp tissue from the chamber of the tooth.  Pulpotomy procedures are very important to prevent the unnecessary and untimely loss of baby teeth. Remember, baby teeth are important to save in order to maintain adequate space for adult teeth.  If baby teeth are lost prematurely, the rest of the teeth may begin to shift, causing crowding and reducing the space for adult teeth to grow in.  If this happens, braces may be needed to properly realign the teeth.

Dr Baldwin performs the procedure in her NJ Pediatric Dentistry office.  A local anesthetic is used to numb the area. The baby root canal is a very safe and reliable procedure. The success rate of the procedure is approximately 90%.  Dr Baldwin says it is very important for parents to call a Pediatric Dentist immediately if their child is showing symptoms that may require a baby root canal.  Some symptoms are:

•   Occasional discomfort  
•   Sensitivity to hot or cold liquids or food
•   Pain from deep cavities

Parents who suspect that their child may be exhibiting these symptoms should call NJ pediatric dentist Dr Diane Baldwin at 732.202.7114. Dr. Baldwin is available for Routine and emergency care, consultations, and second opinions.

About Point Pleasant Dentistry for Children

Dr Diane Baldwin and the team at Point Pleasant Dentistry for Children specialize in dental care for children and adolescents.

Dr. Baldwin graduated first in her class from UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School in 2005, where she was the recipient of the William S. Kramer Award for excellence in dentistry   Dr. Baldwin went on to complete a post-doctoral training program in pediatric dentistry at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in 2007 where she received extensive training in the management of dental care for children with special medical needs. She continues to serve as a clinical affiliate at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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