What is Vital Pulp Therapy?
Vital pulp therapy is a dental procedure to preserve the natural pulp of a tooth, often recommended after trauma or deep decay to avoid a root canal or extraction
The process involves removing damaged tissue, placing a protective agent to stimulate healing and new dentin formation, and then restoring the tooth. It is an alternative to traditional endodontic treatment and is performed with the goal of keeping the tooth alive and functional.
The Benefits of Vital Pulp Therapy
Vital pulp therapy may be recommended for teeth that have been compromised by: Deep cavities, Trauma or a fracture, Sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, Tooth pain without an obvious cause, and Other forms of damage to the tooth’s pulp.
- Preserves natural tooth: It keeps the tooth alive, which is often preferred over a root canal or extraction.
- Maintains natural function: Preserving the pulp helps maintain the tooth’s natural dentin deposition, immunological response, and proprioceptive functions.
- Less invasive: It is an alternative that can be less invasive than a traditional root canal, especially in younger or mature permanent teeth.
Vital Pulp Therapy benefits
When a tooth’s nerve is irritated, but still capable of healing, Vital Pulp Therapy (VPT) may help preserve the living tooth and avoid more invasive treatment. Common reasons to consider VPT include:
Hot/cold sensitivity
Deep cavity or recent filling
Trauma or a crack/fracture
Tooth pain with no clear cause
To achieve these benefits, your tooth will be evaluated by one of our board-certified endodontist, who will explain your findings and the best treatment options for your situation.
Frequently asked questions about Vital Pulp Therapy
Who’s a good candidate for a Vital Pulp Therapy?
We decide based on your symptoms plus in-office testing and X-rays, and—if the nerve is exposed—what the tissue looks like and how it responds during treatment (including bleeding control).
What affects the success of Vital Pulp Therapy?
Careful removal of decay, proper disinfection and bleeding control, placing modern bioceramic materials (like MTA/calcium silicate cements), and getting a tight final restoration quickly to prevent leakage.
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We are located in Bedford, New Hampshire. Visit us at 206 Riverway Place, just off Route 3. You’ll find us in a professional office setting with plenty of free parking available.
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206 Riverway Place, Building 2
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