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How To Treat Tooth Decay?

My 2 1/2 year old appears to have tooth decay in his top, front four teeth. He was breastfed, and he still takes a bottle...naptime and bedtime. I am scheduling an appt for him Monday, but what do you recommend...pulling teeth under anesthesia,; pulling teeth with a sedative and nitrous(?) and then restrained in a papoose??? What would you recommend for him todrink?? H eloves Motts for Tots with 40 percent less sugar and immune health, and he loves hot chocolate...is it time to switch to almond or soy milk (as he allergic to cows milk) and water???
Sat, 14 Jun 2014
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Thanks for writing in.

It is not recommended to go for extraction at this age.Its better to go for pulpotomy or pulpectomy depending on clinical condition.You may go for soya milk, it is a better option.
Consult pedodontist for treatment planning.
Brush his teeth twice to prevent further decay.

Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra
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How To Treat Tooth Decay?

Hi Thanks for writing in. It is not recommended to go for extraction at this age.Its better to go for pulpotomy or pulpectomy depending on clinical condition.You may go for soya milk, it is a better option. Consult pedodontist for treatment planning. Brush his teeth twice to prevent further decay. Regards Dr. Neha Sumra