Indirect and Direct Pulp Capping correctly answered 2023

Indirect and Direct Pulp Capping What is indirect pulp capping? - correct answer - after removal of as much caies and infected/decalcified dentin as possible, a liner and base are placed in hopes that the pulp will produce reparative dentin - cavity is sealed with a temp resto and left for 2-4 months - tooth is accessed for a second time and remaining infected/affected dentin is removed and final resto is placed How much dentin do you remove before placing a indirect pulp cap? - correct answer - ideally all of zone 3, but can leave some if afraid of pulp exposure What is the most important thing in getting a pulp to heal? - correct answer - sealing the cavity against the oral environment - if bacteria can't get in they can't produce more acid and the lesion can't progress What is direct pulp capping? - correct answer - covering of an exposed pulp witha medicated dressing and a permanent restoration in an attempt to preserve vitality What should you do if you get a pulp exposure? - correct answer - stop the bleeding using a cotton pellet moistened with water or LA - place a thin layer of calcium hydroxide over just the exposure site (this will stimulate the production of reparative dentin) - cover the liner with a base of glass ionomer (vitrebond) - place a permanent restoration with well sealed margins