Tampon Pulpotomy: Long-term Successful Results of a Molar with Irreversible Pulpitis and Previous Vital Pulp Therapy Failure.

Abstract

calcium-enriched mixture cement) over the pulpal wound to stop bleeding and create a favorable environment for pulpal healing/regeneration. The patient was followed up for a period of 10 years, during which the tooth remained asymptomatic, functional, and exhibited normal periodontal ligament. This case report highlights the potential effectiveness of tampon/full pulpotomy as a retreatment option in cases where more conservative VPT techniques have shown limited success, offering a conservative approach to preserve tooth structure and pulpal vitality.

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