Dentists put cold, heat, and electric tooth tests to the test
NCT ID NCT07434622
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested how well cold, heat, and electric pulp tests detect tooth nerve health in 175 adults needing root canals. Researchers compared test results to direct observation of nerve bleeding during treatment. The goal was to find which test is most accurate for diagnosing pulp disease.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help dentists choose the most reliable pulp test for diagnosing tooth nerve problems.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to all dental practices or patient groups.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry
Istanbul, Fatih, 34116, Turkey (Türkiye)
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