What Are Baby Teeth?

Baby teeth are the first set of teeth in humans, appearing from when the child is young and will gradually be replaced by permanent teeth.

Eruption time: Baby teeth begin to grow when the child is about 6 months old and are completed around 2-3 years old.

Teeth replacement time: Baby teeth will gradually fall out from 6 to 12 years old to make room for permanent teeth.

Why is it necessary to treat baby teeth pulp?

Although baby teeth only exist temporarily, they play an important role in chewing, pronunciation and holding space for permanent teeth. When baby teeth are decayed into the pulp and not treated promptly, it can cause:

  • Pain, abscess, widespread pulpitis
  • Affects the development of permanent teeth below
  • Risk of early loss of baby teeth, causing malocclusion
  • Psychological fear of dentistry if the child has to have a tooth extracted early due to pain

Therefore, root canal treatment of baby teeth is an intervention to preserve real teeth, help maintain chewing function and guide teeth to grow in the right position.

Signs of pulpitis in baby teeth that need treatment

Parents should take their child to the dentist if they see the following signs:

  • Large cavities, black cavities appear
  • Children complain of spontaneous toothache, especially at night
  • Teeth change to dark color, sensitive to hot/cold
  • Teeth are loose early (not at the right age to change)
  • Pus, swollen gums around the tooth root

Treatment methods for baby tooth pulp

Depending on the extent of pulp damage, the doctor will prescribe:

  • Removing the pulp chamber: If the root pulp is still alive. The doctor will remove the pulp from the tooth body, keep the root pulp, apply medicine and fill it.
  • Removing the entire pulp: If the pulp has spread to the root. The doctor removed the entire pulp, cleaned the root canal, placed medicine and restored it.

Baby tooth root canal treatment process at Lux Smile

Examination, X-ray to check the pulp:

  • Assess the level of inflammation, choose the appropriate method.

Gentle anesthesia:

  • Helps the child not feel pain during treatment.

Open the pulp chamber, remove the pulp:

  • The doctor uses a specialized tool to remove the inflamed pulp, clean the pulp chamber or root canal.

Apply pulp-killing or antiseptic medicine:

  • Prevent bacteria from growing, protect the remaining tooth tissue.

Restore filling or crown SSC crown:

  • If the tooth has lost a lot of substance, an SSC crown will be indicated for long-term preservation.

Instructions for care and follow-up:

  • Monitor progress, schedule a follow-up appointment after 1–2 weeks if necessary.

No. At Lux Smile, the procedure is performed with gentle anesthesia, modern equipment, and doctors with skills in handling children’s psychology, so the children cooperate well and are almost painless and fearless.

Absolutely not. When performed correctly, root canal treatment helps keep baby teeth in place at the right time, avoiding early extraction – which is beneficial for the development of permanent teeth below.

  • Limit chewing on the treated tooth area for the first 1–2 days
  • Clean your teeth gently, using a soft-bristled toothbrush
  • Avoid foods that are too hard, hot, or sweet
  • Re-examine on time to monitor progress
  • Commitment to no pain – no psychological trauma for children
  • Commitment to keeping teeth until the right age to replace – no need to pull them out early
  • Commitment to absolute sterility – maximum safety
  • Commitment to detailed consultation, transparent costs

Why should you choose Lux Smile to treat your baby’s baby teeth?

  • A pediatric dentist – thoughtful and gentle
  • A friendly, private clinic that reduces anxiety for your baby
  • Modern equipment – X-rays, precise treatment
  • High quality treatment materials, safe for children
  • Clear costs – careful monitoring after treatment

Baby Tooth Root Canal Treatment – Preserving a Perfect Smile for Children

Don’t let toothache or tooth decay cause your child to lose their baby teeth early. Come to Lux Smile to get advice and proper treatment from a specialist, helping your child eat well – sleep well – develop comprehensively.

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