Cold therapy for tooth nerve treatment in decayed teeth
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether applying cold (cryotherapy) during a pulpotomy (a procedure that removes part of the damaged tooth nerve) improves outcomes. The goal is to preserve the tooth and reduce the need for a full root canal.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older and generally healthy.
- You have deep tooth decay in a permanent back tooth causing inflammation of the nerve (pulpitis).
- The tooth can be restored with a standard filling.
- No bleeding disorders, and you are not taking blood thinners.
- No allergies to NSAIDs (like ibuprofen or aspirin).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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