Pulp capping 1998
Article Abstract:
Pulp capping remains a viable technique when tooth pulp is exposed, although dentists disagree on its use. Pulp capping with calcium hydroxide paste or bonding agents may allow tooth restoration without endodontic therapy. Pulp capping is not appropriate in the presence of excessive bleeding, purulent discharge, or significant dental decay. Teeth with small decayed lesions, and those with the pulp exposed accidentally during drilling or grinding can be capped. A root canal provides more reliable preparation than capping when crowning is anticipated or the tooth will anchor a denture plate.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1998
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Intracoronal and extracoronal tooth restorations 1999
Article Abstract:
Resin-based composites, porcelain, ceramic, and glass ionomer materials are displacing amalgam as dentists' preferred material for tooth restoration. Amalgam provides an extremely durable and long-lasting filling, but safety concerns and cosmetic considerations have reduced amalgam use. Computer-aided milling and fabrication of tooth crowns and inlays, resin-based restorations formed in place, and other composite techniques, although expensive and less durable than amalgam, will likely become the dominant techniques for restorative dentistry.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1999
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How to kill a tooth
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The different dental techniques used for killing a dental pulp, termed as 'endodontic therapy' are presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2005
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