Could a simple pill replace the drill for toothache emergencies?
NCT ID NCT02629042
First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study compared an oral steroid (prednisolone) to a partial root canal for relieving severe tooth pain from pulpitis. Only 5 adults with a painful lower molar took part. The goal was to see if the pill could reduce pain enough to delay the full root canal by 72 hours, potentially making the procedure less painful and more convenient.
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Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux
Bordeaux, 33000, France
What this could mean
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Active substance
prednisolone
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simpler, less painful way to manage severe toothache before a full root canal.
What could go wrong
This was a very small trial (only 5 participants) and results may not apply to everyone. The drug may not control pain as well as the standard procedure.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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