Can a simple dental procedure save teeth with extremely deep cavities?
NCT ID NCT07696702
First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Summary
This study compares a dental procedure called direct pulp capping for two types of deep cavities in adult molars: deep and extremely deep. The goal is to see if the treatment works equally well for both, measuring success by tooth survival, lack of pain, and healing on X-rays. Participants are adults aged 18-40 with reversible pulpitis, and the procedure involves sealing the exposed tooth nerve with a special material.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Direct pulp capping procedure using ProRoot MTA
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help dentists decide whether to save teeth with extremely deep cavities using pulp capping, potentially avoiding root canals or extraction.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 130 participants. The procedure may fail, especially in extremely deep cavities, leading to infection or need for further treatment.
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Conditions
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PGIDS , Rohtak
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