Comparing two treatments for saving baby back teeth
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments for saving a decayed baby back tooth: a newer material called Neo Putty MTA and a standard medicine called formocresol. Both are used during a procedure (pulpotomy) that removes the infected part of the tooth nerve to keep the tooth healthy until it falls out naturally.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 4 and 9 years old.
- They must have a decayed baby back tooth (molar) that does not hurt or show signs of infection like swelling or pain at night.
- The tooth must have healthy roots (at least two-thirds still present) and should be restorable with a filling or crown.
- Your child should be in good general health with no serious medical conditions.
- You, as a parent, must agree to the study and sign a consent form.
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