Question 409 · LDEK · Pulp protection and liner materials
Indicate the true statements regarding calcium hydroxide:
1) it is the most common material used for vital pulp therapy;
2) it has high pH;
3) it needs at least 6 hours to set properly;
4) it causes necrosis to the superficial layers of pulp;
5) treatment of the exposed pulp with the use of this material requires a two-step procedure.
The correct answer is:
2) it has high pH;
3) it needs at least 6 hours to set properly;
4) it causes necrosis to the superficial layers of pulp;
5) treatment of the exposed pulp with the use of this material requires a two-step procedure.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2.
- B. 1,2,4.
- C. 1,3,5.
- D. 3,5.
- E. only 2.
Hint
Think about the pH of calcium hydroxide, the tissue reaction it causes on contact with pulp, and whether direct capping is done in one visit.
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