Milk tooth endodontics · ZahnFine Kids

A hole in a tooth is bad enough, but sometimes the decay sits so deep that it reaches the tooth nerve. Then a simple filling is no longer enough. In such cases we speak of milk tooth endodontics, that is, a root treatment on a milk tooth. As a children's dentist we know this sounds worrying to many parents at first. But don't worry, we explain everything in detail!

Why a root treatment on a milk tooth makes sense

Milk teeth have an important function: they are placeholders for the permanent teeth. If a milk tooth is lost too early, gaps can form or other teeth can shift. This can later lead to misaligned teeth.

If the tooth nerve is inflamed or dead, endodontic treatment is often the only way to save the tooth. Our goal: relieve pain, keep the tooth and avoid problems later on.

How does milk tooth endodontic treatment work?

We work gently and in a child-friendly way, step by step:

First the affected tooth is carefully opened.
Inflamed tissue is removed.
The root canals are cleaned and disinfected.
Finally we close the tooth with a suitable material, and a children's crown usually follows for long-term protection.

All of this happens in a relaxed atmosphere, with a lot of patience and sensitivity.

What you can do as parents

Watch out for warning signs such as:

tooth sensitivity
dark discolouration
discomfort when chewing
swelling or pus

If you notice such signs, don't hesitate. Come straight to us, your children's dentist in Gelsenkirchen. The earlier we treat, the better!

Our conclusion

Milk tooth endodontics is not a stopgap but an important measure to protect your child's dental health. Feel free to make an appointment at Zahnfine Kids. We are here for you, with know-how, heart and a sympathetic ear!