Clinical Trial

Comparative Evaluation of Indirect vs. Direct Pulp Capping in Deep Carious Mandibular Molars

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Record status
This record was last updated February 12, 2026 (before its estimated March 23, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
Aim: To compare the outcome of indirect and direct pulp capping after partial or complete caries removal in deeply carious mature mandibular permanent molars with clinical signs indicative of moderate pulpitis. Objectives: 1. To evaluate the clinical and radiographic success of indirect pulp capping after partial caries removal in deeply carious mature mandibular permanent molars with clinical signs indicative of moderate pulpitis. 2. To evaluate the clinical and radiographic success of direct pulp capping after complete caries removal in deeply carious mature mandibular permanent molars with clinical signs indicative of moderate pulpitis. 3. To evaluate pain incidence and severity after indirect and direct pulp capping after partial and complete caries removal in deeply carious mature mandibular permanent molars with clinical signs indicative of moderate pulpitis.
Protocol Amendment History 2 amendments
This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended 2 times since 2024-05-22; most recent amendment 2026-02-09.
Status change: Not Yet Recruiting → Recruiting 2025-01-09
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06433297
Lead Sponsor Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak
Conditions Indirect Pulp Capping, Reversible Pulpitis
Enrollment 106 participants
Start Date 2024-05-23
Primary Completion 2026-03-23 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-03-23 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-02-12