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Pulp Therapy for Primary Teeth
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Pulp Therapy for Primary Teeth

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Which of the following is NOT a goal of pulp therapy in primary teeth?

  • Preventing the spread of infection to permanent teeth
  • Eliminating pain and infection
  • Maintaining the primary tooth until it exfoliates naturally
  • Stimulating the growth of permanent teeth (correct)
  • What is the most common type of pulp therapy performed on primary teeth?

  • Pulpotomy (correct)
  • Pulpectomy
  • Hemisection
  • Apexification
  • When is pulp therapy recommended for primary teeth?

  • When a tooth is missing
  • When a cavity is only on the surface of the tooth
  • When a cavity is deep and close to the pulp (correct)
  • When a tooth is loose and about to fall out
  • Study Notes

    Pulp Therapy in Primary Teeth

    • A goal of pulp therapy in primary teeth is NOT to preserve the tooth for lifetime, but rather to maintain the tooth until it exfoliates naturally.

    Types of Pulp Therapy

    • The most common type of pulp therapy performed on primary teeth is pulpotomy.

    Indications for Pulp Therapy

    • Pulp therapy is recommended for primary teeth when the decay is close to the pulp or the pulp is exposed.

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    Test your knowledge on pulp therapy for primary teeth with this quiz! Learn about the goals, types, and recommended situations for pulp therapy in primary teeth. This quiz will help you understand the importance of preserving primary teeth and the role of pulp therapy in maintaining oral health.

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