Buckley's Formocresol Composition Quiz & Flashcards

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How is internal resorption usually detected?

By the appearance of visible holes in the tooth

As an incidental finding on radiographic examination (correct)

Through visual inspection of the tooth surface

By the presence of severe pain

What is the main cause of internal resorption in dentine?

Bacterial infection

Chronic inflammation and activity of giant cells (correct)

Chemical erosion from acidic foods

Physical trauma to the tooth

What should internal resorption be considered as?

A form of dental caries

A form of irreversible pulpitis (correct)

An indication of healthy pulp

An early stage of reversible pulpitis

What is the main aim of describing the techniques to manage vital, pulpally involved primary teeth?

To manage vital, pulpally involved primary teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of evaluating different methods for managing the vital pulp of primary molars?

To apply the methods where appropriate Signup and view all the answers

Where can students find additional relevant teaching material?

In the first year teaching materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the principal goal of paediatric operative dentistry?

To prevent the extension of dental disease and restore damaged teeth to healthy function Signup and view all the answers

What are the reasons for pulp exposures in primary teeth?

Caries, cavity preparation, and crown fracture Signup and view all the answers

What should any treatment plan for carious primary molars be based on?

Thorough history, examination, and appropriate investigations Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of pulp exposure in primary teeth?

Caries Signup and view all the answers

What are the alternative to extraction for many pulpally compromised primary teeth?

Range of endodontic procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the first treatment decision for a young patient with extensively carious primary molars?

Whether to retain or extract these teeth Signup and view all the answers

What indicates a poor prognosis for the treatment of primary teeth?

Spontaneous pain Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant difference between root canals of primary molars and permanent molars?

Root canals of primary molars have more lateral branching Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for the assessment of pulpal health in primary teeth?

Extent of inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of loss of the marginal ridge in over 50% of primary molars?

Irreversible pulp inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What helps determine the condition of the pulp in primary teeth, with certain limitations in children?

Vitality tests Signup and view all the answers

When is extraction considered for primary teeth with inflamed pulp?

When there is still a good depth of dentine left after caries removal Signup and view all the answers

Which material is considered the gold standard for pulpotomy in primary teeth?

Ferric sulphate Signup and view all the answers

What is a concern associated with the use of ferric sulphate for pulpotomy in primary teeth?

Potentially hiding an inflamed radicular pulp Signup and view all the answers

Which material is known for its excellent sealing ability and high biocompatibility in regeneration-based pulp therapy for primary teeth?

MTA Signup and view all the answers

Which non-pharmacological action is used for pulp therapy in primary teeth?

Electrosurgery Signup and view all the answers

What material is traditionally used to fill the coronal pulp space after pulpotomy in primary teeth?

Zinc oxide–eugenol Signup and view all the answers

When is partial pulpectomy indicated for primary molars?

When there is vital coronal and radicular pulp Signup and view all the answers

Which pulp therapy option is not recommended in primary teeth due to inflamed pulp prior to exposure?

Direct pulp capping Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of Buckley’s formocresol?

19% formalin, 35% cresol, glycerin, and distilled water Signup and view all the answers

What indicates an unfavorable condition during pulp therapy, leading to non-vital pulpectomy or extraction?

Excessive uncontrollable bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the technique for indirect pulp capping?

Clearing caries, gentle excavation, and covering with material followed by glass ionomer and composite resin Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern over the use of formocresol and other medicaments?

Potential carcinogenic effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor to consider for pulp therapy?

Age of patient Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pulp Therapy in Primary Teeth: Indirect Pulp Capping, Direct Pulp Capping, and Vital Pulpotomy

Factors to consider for pulp therapy: age of patient, history of pain, clinical examination, and radiographic examination
Pulp therapy options for primary teeth: indirect pulp capping, direct pulp capping, pulpotomy, partial pulpectomy, and pulpectomy
Indirect pulp capping involves leaving softened dentine in deep carious lesions to avoid pulp exposure and covering it with materials like calcium hydroxide or MTA
Technique for indirect pulp capping: clearing caries, gentle excavation, and covering with material followed by glass ionomer and composite resin
Direct pulp capping is not recommended in primary teeth due to inflamed pulp prior to exposure, leading to poor success rates
Vital pulpotomy is the removal of coronal pulp tissue till the orifices, capping radicular pulp tissues, and placing a coronal restoration
Indications and technique for vital pulpotomy: wide pulp exposure, slight controlled bleeding, normal pulp and radiographic signs, and specific steps for the procedure
Pulpotomy techniques are based on devitalization, involving the use of Formcresol as a fixative and antimicrobial agent
Composition of Buckly’s formocresol: 19% formalin, 35% cresol, glycerin, and distilled water
Concerns over the use of formocresol and other medicaments due to their potential carcinogenic effects
Excessive uncontrollable bleeding during pulp therapy indicates an unfavorable condition, leading to non-vital pulpectomy or extraction
Careful diagnosis is crucial for determining the level of therapy based on the extent of injury or disease in primary teeth

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Test your knowledge of pulp therapy in primary teeth with this quiz. Explore the factors to consider, various pulp therapy options, and specific techniques for procedures like indirect pulp capping and vital pulpotomy. Understand the indications and concerns related to medicaments used in pulp therapy.

Pulp Therapy in Primary Teeth

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