Pulpotomy

Post-Operative Instructions for Pulpotomy

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What to expect:

• The gums around the treated tooth may be tender for a day or two.

• Mild sensitivity when chewing on the treated tooth can occur as your child adjusts.

• If local anesthesia (numbing) was used, your child’s lips, cheeks, and tongue may feel numb for several hours.

Care at home:

• Watch your child until the numbness wears off to prevent accidental biting of the lips, cheeks, or tongue.

• Soft foods are recommended until numbness is gone. After that, a normal diet may be resumed.

• Avoid sticky or chewy foods (gum, caramel, taffy) that could loosen a filling or crown.

• Brush and floss as usual, keeping the area clean.

Follow-up:

• If a crown or filling comes off, save it (if possible) and contact our office promptly.

• If only a temporary filling was placed, your child will need a silver crown at a future appointment to fully protect the tooth.

• Contact us if you notice swelling, fever, or ongoing discomfort beyond a few days.