Pulp therapy vs root canal for teen molars
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments for severely decayed molars in teenagers: a partial pulp procedure versus a full root canal. It may help teens with intense tooth pain find a gentler alternative to traditional root canal therapy.
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Who can take part
- You are 11 to 17 years old and in good general health (ASA I or II).
- You have severe pain (score 7 or higher out of 10) in one of your lower permanent back teeth.
- The tooth has a very deep cavity that reaches the nerve, but the root is fully formed.
- The pain comes on quickly with hot or cold, lingers for 30 seconds or more, and may wake you up.
- The tooth and gums look normal (no swelling, infection, or loose tooth).
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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