A simple marker might predict which teeth can be saved without root canal

This study tests whether the level of a specific inflammatory marker (MMP9) in the dental pulp can predict the success of a full pulpotomy, a procedure that removes the inflamed pulp from the crown of a tooth and seals it with a special material. Adults with deep cavities causing pulpitis in a molar will undergo the procedure, and their pain and healing will be tracked for up to two years. The goal is to see if measuring this marker during treatment can help identify which teeth are likely to heal successfully, potentially offering a less invasive alternative to root canal therapy.