Tooth nerve tests put to the test: which one tells the truth?

NCT ID NCT07434622

First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study looked at how well cold, heat, and electric tests can tell if a tooth's nerve is alive or dead in 175 adults needing root canals. Researchers compared these test results with directly looking at the nerve during treatment. The goal was to find out which test is most reliable for guiding dental care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry

    Istanbul, Fatih, 34116, Turkey (Türkiye)

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