PULPECTOMY IN KODAMBAKKAM: A pulpectomy is a dental procedure that involves removing the pulp(nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue) from a tooth. This is usually performed on a primary tooth(baby tooth)that has: 1. severe decay or rot 2. abscess or infection 3. injury or trauma THE GOAL OF A PULPECTOMY IS TO: 1. remove infected or damaged pulp tissue 2. prevent further infection or abscess 3. save the tooth, if possible DURING A PULPECTOMY: 1.local anesthesia numbs the area 2.access is gained through a hole in the tooth 3.pulp tissue is removed using specialized instruments 4.canals are cleaned, disinfected and shaped 5.a medicament may be placed to promote healing 6.tooth is filled with a suitable material(e.g., composite resin) AFTER A PULPECTOMY: 1.monitor for signs of infection or complications 2.follow up with your dentist for further treatment(e.g., crown or extraction) 3.maintain good oral hygiene and diet note: A pulpectomy is different from a pulpotomy, which involves removing only the infected pulp tissue while leaving the healthy pulp in space If u have any specific questions or concerns about pulpectomy or any other dental procedure, feel free to ask! #pulpaltherapy#rootcleaningandshaping#pulpectomy#dentalprocedure#oralhealth#dental#ksmile#kodambakkam