Diseases of pulp of baby teeth
They are commonly found, have a rapid progression with a clinical picture quieter than in adults because different anatomy milk teeth to permanent ones. The main symptom is pain, which can be triggered or spontaneous. The onset of pain sensation through the action of the mechanical stimuli, chemical or thermal is usually short-lived and ceases at or shortly after cessation of the stimulus.
This indicates a minimal impairment, reversible pulp unlike spontaneous pain which has a longer duration and indicate a more serious and irreversible damage to the pulp. Periodic checks dentist every 6 months, can prevent these pain by treating and stopping evolution of existing carious lesions to the pulp.
Progression to pulp is very fast decay in children and painful sensations occur once is indicated as quick visit to the dentist. It will treat the affected tooth in the dental pulp inflammation depending on the stage when the patient presents to the cabinet.
The success of endodontic treatment in children depends largely on the diagnosis and coronal seal. The absence or loss of coronal sealing will lead to treatment failure. Therefore stainless steel crowns are the safest and lasting solution in protecting teeth against the glass- incomer fillings, amalgam or composite.
And because it is easier to prevent than to treat each of us can become doctors ‘ our children by providing a rigorous hygiene, healthy eating and regular checkups to the dentist.