Pulp Therapy vs. Tooth Extraction: Which Option is Best for My Child’s Toothache?

Unexpected toothaches can be alarming, especially for children! While these are often a result of dental damage or a cavity that has provided harmful oral bacteria with an access point to the inner cavity of their tooth, the good news is that this concern is treatable. In fact, pediatric dentists offer pulp therapy to not only preserve your child’s natural tooth, but also erase their pain.

You may be thinking, though, “Why wouldn’t they just opt for a tooth extraction since the infection is affecting a primary tooth?” Read on to learn the answer to this question and why pulp therapy is likely the better option than removing the tooth completely.