Comparing partial nerve removal to root canal for severe tooth pain
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This study compares two ways to treat severe tooth pain from advanced decay: a partial nerve removal (pulpotomy) versus a full root canal treatment. It aims to find which approach works better for saving the tooth.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 15 and 45 years old and in good general health (no systemic diseases).
- You have a deep cavity in a lower jaw premolar or molar (first or second).
- The tooth has signs of severe, persistent pain from pulpitis (nerve inflammation that cannot be reversed).
- The tooth is restorable and has no cracks, fractures, or infection at the root tip.
- Your gums around that tooth are healthy (pockets no deeper than 3 mm).
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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