Partial Pulpotomy Of A Permanent Mandibular Molar

Vital pulp therapy is a alternative treatment modality for teeth that may have been considered candidates for root canal treatment or extraction. A 14-year-old male patient presented for dental treatment due to caries in the lower right second permanent molar,accompanied by food impaction pain and sensitivity to cold and hot stimuli. Under a dental microscope, the carious tissue and coronal infected pulp tissue were removed. IROOT BP was applied to cover the wound, followed by glass ionomer base placement, and finally, permanent restoration with composite resin. Vital pulp therapy is to maintain the vitality of the tooth thus providing minimally invasive treatment. The procedure can be implemented in appropriate cases following clinical and radiographic examination. Direct examination of the exposed pulp tissue under magnification and strict aseptic conditions have been recommended for a successful outcome. Partial pulpotomy procedures can be considered as an alternative procedure to RCT in appropriately selected cases.