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Pulpotomy for treating primary teeth with irreversible pulpitis: a call for action.
Nebu Philip1, Mandeep Duggal2, Hani Nazzal3,4
1College of Dental Medicine, QU-Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar. nphilip@qu.edu.qa.
Summary
Pulpotomy is a successful, minimally invasive treatment for vital primary teeth with irreversible pulpitis. Evidence suggests it
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Endodontics
- Dental Traumatology
Background:
- Irreversible pulpitis in primary teeth often necessitates invasive treatment.
- Pulpotomy offers a less invasive alternative for managing such conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current evidence supporting pulpotomy for irreversible pulpitis in primary teeth.
- To evaluate pulpotomy's efficacy and success rates.
Main Methods:
- A narrative review of studies was conducted.
- Literature search across four major electronic databases (MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library).
- Inclusion of clinical investigations and systematic reviews on pulpotomy outcomes for irreversible pulpitis in primary teeth.
Main Results:
- Seven clinical studies and two meta-analyses were included.
- Clinical success rates for pulpotomy ranged from 95-100%.
- Radiographic success rates ranged from 90-100% at 6-month to 1-year follow-up.
Conclusions:
- Pulpotomy is a viable and successful alternative to pulpectomy for primary teeth with irreversible pulpitis.
- Evidence supports revising international guidelines to include pulpotomy.
- Minimally invasive pulpotomy reduces unnecessary interventions.
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