New study tests simpler tooth treatment for Kids' cavities
NCT ID NCT07265063
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two dental procedures for treating deep cavities in baby molars of children aged 6-8. One group gets a partial nerve treatment (pulpotomy) using a special cement, while the other gets a full root canal (pulpectomy) with a medicated paste. Researchers will track pain and success rates over a year to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Calcium-Enriched Mixture (CEM) cement and Calcium Hydroxide/Iodoform paste (Metapex)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a simpler, less invasive procedure (pulpotomy) works as well as the standard full root canal (pulpectomy) for treating infected baby teeth in children.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 children, so results may not apply to all kids. The study hasn't started yet, and there's always a chance neither procedure works as hoped.
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