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Pulpectomy
My daughter suffering from cavities. Meet with doctor advised pulpectomy. How safe this. Pls advise. How much time takes. C z six years old.
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It is absolutely safe and necessary procedure to save the primary teeth until the next teeth erupts and get it done as soon as possible to avoid further complicatuons
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Absolutely safe and necessary procedure to save milk teeth. N prevent infection to the permanent tooth bud. Time depends upon the cooperation of your child. Pedodontist have the skill for behavior management. Do not worry. Go ahead
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Dr. Arvind M.S
Dentist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
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Pulpectomy is a very safe procedure to retain the natural milk tooth till its successor permanent tooth erupts.It can be done in single sitting followed by placement of a preformed crown.It can be done by pedodontist or endodontist.
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