Pulpotomy vs Root Canal Treatment for Teeth With Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis

Pulpotomy vs Root Canal Treatment for Teeth With Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis: A Randomised Control Trial

high-quality evidence is needed to add to current knowledge and also assess the long-term outcomes for full/complete pulpotomy after carious pulpal exposure in patients with signs and symptoms indicative of irreversible pulpitis

Inclusion Criteria:

• a mature permanent tooth
• symptoms indicative of IRP
• responsive to cold and EPT sensibility testing
• restorable and can be adequately isolated during treatment
• One tooth (molar or premolar) per patient.

Exclusion Criteria:

• active periodontal disease
• complex medical histories
• unable to consent
• pregnant or breast-feeding
• excessive bleeding that cannot be controlled