New dental material could save more teeth from root canals
NCT ID NCT07302438
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new material made from treated dentin and calcium silicate for treating deep cavities that have reached the tooth's nerve. The goal is to see if it can keep the nerve healthy better than the current standard material. Fifty-six people aged 14 to 35 with deep cavities and reversible pulpitis will be randomly assigned to receive either the new material or the standard one during a miniature pulpotomy. Success will be measured by nerve response to cold and other signs of healing over six months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Calcium silicate-doped treated dentin matrix
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a better material for preserving tooth nerve health after deep cavity treatment, reducing the need for more invasive procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 56 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The new material may not perform better than the standard treatment.
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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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AIIMS Nagpur
Nagpur, Maharashtra, 441108, India
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AIIMS Nagpur
Nagpur, Maharashtra, 441108, India
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