Gel vs drill for cavity removal in baby molars
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares a gel that softens decay with the traditional dental drill for removing cavities in back baby teeth (molars). It may help children who are nervous about the drill.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 4 and 7 years old
- In good general health with no medical conditions
- Child is cooperative and parent can attend follow-up visits
- Cavity is on the chewing surface of a lower back baby tooth and reaches into the dentin (second layer)
- X-ray shows decay has not reached the pulp or gone too deep
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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