Can a simpler procedure save children's aching baby teeth?
NCT ID NCT06149845
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a less invasive dental procedure called pulpotomy can successfully treat baby molars with a severe, painful tooth condition known as irreversible pulpitis. Instead of removing the entire nerve, pulpotomy removes only the top part and places a soothing medicine on the remaining nerve. The study will follow 120 children aged 4 to 9 for up to two years to see if the treated teeth remain pain-free and healthy, and whether the procedure provides quick pain relief.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Full pulpotomy procedure
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could support a simpler, quicker, and less stressful alternative to full root canal treatment for children's baby teeth, potentially preserving natural teeth and reducing discomfort.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small trial, and success depends on careful patient selection and technique. There is a risk that the procedure may not fully resolve pain or infection, potentially requiring further 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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PHCC- Leebaib Center
Doha, Qatar
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Phcc - Airport Center
Doha, Qatar
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