Use of Alkasite for Postpulpotomy Restoration

Clinical Evaluation of Alkasite Composite as a Final Restoration for Pulpotomized Primary Molars.

The aim of this study will be directed to:

Evaluate the clinical performance of alkasite composite as a final restoration for pulpotomized primary molars.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Deep carious vital primary molars at site 1, 2, and size 3 according to the SI/STA classification of caries.
• Healthy children free from systemic diseases.
• Cooperative patient: Frankel rating 3,4.

Radiographically:

• Deep caries approximating the pulp.
• Roots with no more than one-third physiologic resorption.
• Normal lamina dura and periodontal ligament space.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with bruxism.
• Clinical signs or symptoms of irreversible pulpitis or pulp degeneration.
• Parents refuse treatment.

Radiographically:

• Furcation involvement.
• periapical lesion.
• Pathologic resorption (internal or external).