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ArticleInternational journal of clinical pediatric dentistry2026

Comparative Evaluation of Clinical and Radiographic Success Rates of Direct Pulp Capping in Primary Molars Using TheraCal LC, 3Mixtatin, and Nanohydroxyapatite: An

Bala Prasanthi Borusu, Punithavathy Naren, Satyam Martha, Sri Ramya Maganti, K Haritha, Harshitha Yaramala

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Bala Prasanthi BorusuDepartment of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-3625-7379
Punithavathy NarenDepartment of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, KSR Institute of Dental Science and Research, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0232-4055
Satyam MarthaDepartment of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4739-3000
Sri Ramya MagantiDepartment of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India.
K HarithaDepartment of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3968-9987
Harshitha YaramalaDepartment of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3172-2092

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Abstract

Aim and background: This Methods: Forty-five primary molars from children aged 3-9 years, exhibiting pinpoint pulp exposures (≤1 mm) with hemostasis achieved within 2-3 minutes, were randomly assigned ( Results: TheraCal LC showed 100% success at 3 and 6 months, slightly declining at 9 months (86.7% clinical, 93.3% radiographic). 3Mixtatin showed a steep drop to 53.3% clinical and 60% radiographic success at 9 months, with notable sinus tract formation and furcal radiolucency ( Conclusion: Nanohydroxyapatite exhibited the highest and most consistent success over the 9 months, outperforming both TheraCal LC and 3Mixtatin in sustaining pulp vitality. Clinical significance: The success of DPC in primary teeth is largely influenced by the use of materials with optimal biological compatibility. NHA demonstrated superior outcomes, offering effective pulp preservation and reducing the need for invasive treatments. How to cite this article: Borusu BP, Naren P, Martha S,

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3MixtatinBioactive materialsDirect pulp cappingNanohydroxyapatitePediatric dentistryPrimary molarsPulp vitalityTheraCal LC

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