A lot of people look at their teeth and see only hard, bone-like growths in their mouths. These people are surprised to discover that, within the thick white structure of the tooth, there is a node of soft, vulnerable flesh. This is the pulp of the tooth, and this is the part of your tooth which repairs the tooth and keeps it healthy. When this pulp is threatened, it’s up to your Lynnwood Dentistry to save it through the use of pulp therapy.
The most common reasons for needing pulp therapy are severe cavities and injuries to the teeth. These can cause the outer structure of the tooth to break enough such that bacteria can attack the delicate pulp inside, and if this isn’t addressed it could cause the tooth to die. Pulp therapy involves going into the damaged tooth, removing the diseased pulp tissue, disinfecting the area, and sealing up the break. For more on pulp therapy, consult your dentist.
