Pain after tooth pulp treatment with vs. without a dental microscope
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This trial compares two ways of doing a pulpotomy (a procedure that removes the infected pulp inside the tooth to save the tooth and stop pain) for adults with deep cavities causing severe tooth pain. One group gets the procedure done using a special dental microscope for better precision, and the other gets it done without the microscope. The goal is to see which method results in less pain after the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and in good general health.
- The tooth has a deep cavity and is causing moderate to severe pain (a sign of irreversible pulpitis, a serious tooth infection).
- The tooth does not hurt when tapped or pressed, which suggests the infection is contained.
- The tooth can be restored with a tooth-colored filling.
- You are not allergic to common pain relievers like ibuprofen or aspirin (NSAIDs).
- You have not taken painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs in the last 24 hours, and you are not taking opioids or blood-thinning medications.
- 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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