Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Vital Pulpotomy Techniques in Primary Molars Using of Premixed Bioactive Bioceramic MTA (Neo-putty) as a Novel Pulpotomy Medication Versus Formocresol

Launched by OCTOBER UNIVERSITY FOR MODERN SCIENCES AND ARTS · Feb 23, 2024

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating a new treatment for children with healthy primary molars (the back teeth) that need a procedure called vital pulpotomy, which helps preserve the tooth's nerve. The study is comparing a novel medication called Neo-putty, made from bioactive bioceramic materials, against a traditional treatment known as formocresol. While formocresol has been commonly used, it can sometimes cause harmful side effects, and researchers want to see if Neo-putty can be a safer alternative.

To participate in this trial, children aged 4 to 9 years old with specific dental conditions may be eligible. They must have primary molars that are healthy, without pain, and with enough root length remaining. However, children with certain health issues or uncooperative behavior, or those with teeth that cannot be saved, will not be included. Participants can expect to receive one of the two treatments and be monitored during the study to see how well each treatment works and how safe it is. This research aims to find the best way to care for young patients’ teeth while minimizing risks.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• • Criteria The eligibility criteria were set according to the guidelines of AAPD, 2020. (4)
• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. 4 -9 years old
• • 2. Primary molars with no spontaneous or provoked pain
• • 3. Primary molars with at least two-thirds of the root length were still present.
• • 4. Primary molars with no sign of internal or other kinds of root or bone resorption.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients with systemic diseases (congenital or rheumatic heart disease, hepatitis, nephritis, tumor, cyclic neutropenia, leukemia, and children on long-term corticosteroid therapy).
• • 2. Un-cooperative patients.
• • 3. Un-restorable primary molars (Grossly broken-down primary molars that have decay extending way under the gingiva and tooth with root caries).