Pulpotomy vs. Pulpectomy: What’s the Difference - All Smiles Dentistry Allen

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Pulpotomy: removes the top portion of infected pulp and is often used for children’s teeth or as temporary relief for adults. Pulpectomy: removes all pulp tissue from both the crown and roots and is the first stage of a root canal. Both treatments aim to save the tooth and stop infection, but only a pulpectomy (or full root canal) provides a lasting solution for adult teeth.