Question 209 · LDEK · Vital pulp therapy
Indicate the true statements concerning the procedure of direct pulp capping:
- A. it’s indicated in the case of irreversible pulpopathy.
- B. exposed pulp is coated with calcium hydroxide or zinc oxide with eugenol.
- C. it consists in covering exposed or injured pulp with a biological dressing that contains calcium hydroxide or MTA.
- D. direct pulp capping should result in the formation of sclerotic dentine.
- E. it’s indicated in the case of carious pulp exposure.
Hint
Consider which materials stimulate a hard-tissue barrier and what condition the pulp must be in for capping to succeed.
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