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Root canal alternative? new procedure aims to save infected teeth

NCT ID NCT07768852

Disease control Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a procedure called full pulpotomy can successfully treat permanent teeth with irreversible pulpitis and apical periodontitis. Instead of removing the entire nerve like a root canal, full pulpotomy removes only the inflamed pulp from the crown, preserving healthy root tissue. Researchers will track pain relief, healing of the periapical lesion, and patient satisfaction over time to see if this less invasive approach is a viable option.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Full pulpotomy procedure with diode laser-assisted hemostasis and calcium silicate-based pulp capping
What this could lead to
If successful, full pulpotomy could offer a less invasive alternative to root canal treatment for selected teeth with periapical lesions, preserving more natural tooth structure.
What could go wrong
This is a small exploratory study (30 participants), and success depends on long-term healing. There is a risk the procedure may not fully resolve the infection, potentially requiring a root canal later.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Oct 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Oct 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

8 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * • Non -contributory medical history (SAI, II). * Posterior permanent tooth (premolar, molar). * Age range 8-30 years * Deep caries extending into the inner quarter of dentin or exposing the pulp on the periapical radiograph * The tooth should give positive response to cold sensibility testing * Clinical diagnosis of symptomatic/asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis based on the symptoms, radiographic findings and results of cold testing * The tooth is restorable, probing pocket depth and mobility are within normal limits * Periapical radiograph demonstrates the presence of periapical lesion. Exclusion Criteria: * Non-restorable tooth. * Signs of pulpal necrosis including sinus tract or swelling. * Evidence of necrotic tissue in one or all canals. * Profuse pulpal bleeding and inability to achieve hemostasis.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

periapical periodontitis pulpitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Irreversible pulpitis with apical periodontitis

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