Deep caries lesions will be treated with selective caries removal and followed up

Deep caries lesions will be treated with partial pulpotomy and followed up

The caries is not completely removed but covered with a remineralizing material. Its purpose is to maintain pulp vitality.

Detailed medical history

• Is the pain constant or intermittent?
• How severe is the pain? The outcome will be evaluated using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), which ranges from 0 to 10, with higher scores indicating a worse outcome.

Standardized digital periapical radiographs will be taken using the long cone paralleling technique to assess periapical status, presence of radiolucent lesions, and periodontal ligament space. Radiographs will be obtained at baseline, 6 months, and 12 months to monitor treatment outcomes and detect any pathological changes.

1. Usually, the back of a dental mirror handle or the handle of a periodontal probe is used.
2. First, vertical percussion (lightly tapping the occlusal surface from above) is performed, followed by lateral percussion (lightly tapping the side of the tooth) if necessary.
3. It is compared with other teeth in the same area. If the pain is only in one tooth, it suggests pathology.
4. The patient describes the pain as "aching," "discomfort," or "severe pain." This severity indicates the severity of the inflamation