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Pulp capping with adhesive resin-based composite vs. calcium hydroxide: a review.

A H Schuurs1, R J Gruythuysen, P R Wesselink

  • 1Department of Cariology, Endodontology and Pedodontology (CEP), Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Endodontics & Dental Traumatology
|February 24, 2001
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Direct pulp capping with resin composites shows promise, potentially matching calcium hydroxide effectiveness. However, long-term research is crucial to confirm efficacy and address concerns like microleakage and allergic reactions.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • Direct pulp capping aims to preserve pulp vitality.
  • Traditional calcium hydroxide materials have limitations, including microleakage and tunnel defects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of modern resin-based composite systems for direct pulp capping.
  • To compare resin-based composites with calcium hydroxide as pulp capping agents.

Main Methods:

  • Short-term experimental studies were reviewed.
  • Evaluation of cavity etching agents (phosphoric acid) and wound cleaning solutions (sodium hypochlorite, saline, chlorhexidine).

Main Results:

  • Resin-based composites may be as effective as calcium hydroxide in short-term pulp capping.

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  • 10% phosphoric acid etching appears safe for exposed pulp; 35% may be harmful without calcium hydroxide.
  • Calcium hydroxide cements show limited long-term sealing against bacteria.

    • Conclusions:

    • Resin-based composites show promise for direct pulp capping.
    • Further long-term research is essential to validate their use and assess potential issues like microleakage and allergic reactions.