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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Dental Materials Science

Background:

  • Pulp therapy is crucial when pulp degeneration and caries coexist.
  • Indirect pulp treatment (IPT) utilizes materials like Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA), known for its non-toxic and non-mutagenic properties.
  • Effective management of caries lesions through restoration margin sealing is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and evaluate various materials used for indirect pulp treatment (IPT) in primary teeth.
  • To assess the clinical efficacy and safety of IPT compared to direct pulp capping and pulpotomy.
  • To highlight materials for IPT in primary dentition, addressing the scarcity of research in this area.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple databases (PubMed, Cochrane, Scopus, etc.).
  • Articles published within the last 20 years focusing on IPT materials in primary dentition were specifically selected.
  • The review discusses the clinical efficacy of various pulp capping materials, with a focus on those used in IPT.

Main Results:

  • Indirect pulp treatment (IPT) demonstrates superior and safer clinical and radiological outcomes compared to direct pulp capping and pulpotomy.
  • Targeted caries clearance and composite restoration show potential for more effective caries lesion management than full dentin removal.
  • Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) is highlighted as a viable material for IPT due to its favorable properties.

Conclusions:

  • Indirect pulp treatment (IPT) is an effective and secure method for managing pulp degeneration and carious lesions, particularly in primary teeth.
  • The choice of material and proper sealing of the restoration margin are critical for successful IPT outcomes.
  • Further research is needed to expand the evidence base for IPT materials in primary dentition.