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And afterwards?

If the inflammation has spread through the entire tooth nerve to the root tip, a root canal treatment can often still save the tooth. Afterwards we restore it with a crown – in this way it is preserved as a space maintainer for the permanent tooth.

In certain cases it makes more sense to remove the baby tooth. Then we keep the gap open with a removable space maintainer. What is right in each individual case we discuss calmly with you.

The most important points at a glance

  • Baby teeth can also be treated via the root canals.
  • The cause is usually extensive decay reaching the tooth nerve; in front teeth often a fall or accident.
  • The aim is to preserve the tooth as a space maintainer for the permanent tooth.
  • After the treatment we usually restore the tooth with a crown.
  • If preservation does not make sense, a removable space maintainer keeps the gap open.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a baby tooth be root treated?
Yes. If the tooth is to be preserved – for aesthetic reasons or because it is needed as a space maintainer – a baby tooth can also be treated through the root canals. The inflamed nerve tissue is removed in the process.
Why is the tooth not simply extracted?
Because baby teeth hold the space for the permanent teeth. If the tooth is lost too early, the neighbouring teeth move into the gap. In certain cases extraction is nevertheless the better way – we then keep the gap open with a space maintainer.
My child has fallen onto a tooth – what now?
Have the tooth looked at promptly, even if it appears undamaged from the outside. With front teeth in particular, a fall is frequently the cause of a later nerve inflammation. Call us on 069 24743210 and we will find an appointment at short notice.
How do I notice that the tooth nerve is inflamed?
Frequent indications are persistent or night-time pain, sensitivity to pressure when chewing, a discolouration of the tooth or a swelling of the gum. This can only be assessed reliably during an examination.
Does the tooth get a crown after the root treatment?
As a rule yes. The crown stabilises the treated tooth so that it is preserved as a space maintainer for the permanent tooth.
Schematic representation of a root-treated tooth

Saving the baby tooth with a root canal treatment

If extensive decay has reached the tooth nerve, the inflamed nerve tissue has to be removed. In front teeth, a fall or accident is often the cause.

If the tooth is to be preserved – for aesthetic reasons or because it is needed as a space maintainer – a baby tooth can also be treated endodontically, that is via the root canals.