Pulpotomy vs. root canal for deep cavities
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments for very deep cavities that reach the tooth's nerve. It tests whether a less invasive partial nerve removal (pulpotomy) works as well as a full root canal. It may help you keep your tooth without needing a full root canal.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 12 years or older
- You have a permanent back tooth (upper or lower) with a very deep filling or cavity that goes through the entire dentin layer without a protective barrier near the nerve
- Your tooth may or may not hurt but must still respond to cold and electrical tests
- Your tooth can be fixed with a filling or crown and can be kept dry during treatment
- You can only join with one tooth
- You do not have signs of infection at the tooth root, a history of injury to that tooth, serious gum disease, or health issues that affect healing
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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