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Abstract
Background: Prefabricated Zirconia Crowns (PZCs) are increasingly preferred for restoring primary teeth due to their esthetic appeal and retention. However, their rigid, unmodifiable design requires precise tooth preparation, often leading to aggressive reduction and potential pulp exposure. Pulpotomy, a standard treatment for reversible pulpitis and mechanical pulp exposure, is sometimes employed before PZCs. While pulpotomy is not routinely performed, its use raises important considerations about the interplay between restorative procedures and pulp therapy in pediatric dentistry, particularly regarding the long-term restoration outcomes of PZCs.
Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the impact of pulpotomy on the success rate of PZCs.
Methods: We examined 81 anterior upper primary teeth treated with PZCs in children aged 2-5 years over a two-year period. Cases were divided into groups with and without pulpotomy. Follow-ups occurred at 6-month intervals, assessing clinical and radiographic outcomes. Analyses were performed using SPSS 25.0 software. The statistical significance was p < 0.05.
Results: A total of 81 anterior primary teeth were included. Chi-square analysis showed no association between pulp therapy and PZC success (χ2 = 0.051, p = 0.822). The Kaplan-Meier survival analysis revealed comparable survival curves and the log-rank test showed no statistically significant difference in survival time between pulpotomy-treated and untreated groups (χ2 = 0.051, p = 0.821).
Conclusions: Pulpotomy did not significantly affect the success rate of PZCs within 2 years.
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Children is an international, open access journal dedicated to a streamlined, yet scientifically rigorous, dissemination of peer-reviewed science related to childhood health and disease in developed and developing countries.
The publication focuses on sharing clinical, epidemiological and translational science relevant to children’s health. Moreover, the primary goals of the publication are to highlight under‑represented pediatric disciplines, to emphasize interdisciplinary research and to disseminate advances in knowledge in global child health. In addition to original research, the journal publishes expert editorials and commentaries, clinical case reports, and insightful communications reflecting the latest developments in pediatric medicine. By publishing meritorious articles as soon as the editorial review process is completed, rather than at predefined intervals, Children also permits rapid open access sharing of new information, allowing us to reach the broadest audience in the most expedient fashion.