A Two-Visit Pulpotomy Approach for the Management of Uncontrolled Bleeding in a Crown-Root Fractured Immature...

Background/Objective: The present case demonstrates the successful preservation of a severely inflamed dental pulp despite uncontrolled bleeding occurring during pulpotomy. This novel therapeutic approach was developed when a 7-year-old boy presented for endodontic treatment one week after sustaining a crown-root fracture in an immature incisor. The tooth exhibited slight hypersensitivity to cold testing, with no tenderness to percussion or palpation. An exposed pulp was present; however, when he could avoid contact with the exposed pulp tissue, the patient reported no symptoms. Methods: The critical determinant of success when uncontrolled pulpal bleeding occurred following pulpotomy was the stepwise treatment in two visits and the bacteria-tight seal of the access cavity. The seal was achieved through the incremental application of the temporary filling material. A calcium hydroxide preparation was applied as interappointment topical pulp dressing. Four weeks after the initial visit the pulpotomy could be accomplished. Results: During 3.5 years of follow-up, the patient remained without symptoms and the tooth showed ongoing root growth in length and width combined with positive reaction to electric pulp testing. Conclusions: In summary, this case demonstrates that, despite persistent bleeding following pulpotomy, pulpal vitality can be preserved, thereby promoting continued root development.