Radhika Valera¹

The Quadrant 2(2):3-6

How to cite: Indirect Pulp Capping versus Stepwise Excavation.The Quadrant.2024;2(2):3-6

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11265683

ABSTRACT

The removal of carious dentin is one of the fundamental procedures in restorative dentistry. Managing deep carious lesions in vital teeth is challenging and crucial as any adversity caused during the treatment might lead to pulp exposure. Treatment for deep carious lesions is empirical, involving a great deal of inconsistency. Therefore, this comprehensive review aims to provide a detailed description of two treatment protocols for deep carious lesions involving indirect pulp capping versus stepwise caries excavation.

Keywords: Caries, Dentin, Indirect Pulp Capping, Stepwise Excavation

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explains the difference between indirect pulp capping and stepwise excavation

• Highlights importance of both procedures relevant to pediatric dentistry

CORRESPONDING AUTHOR AFFILIATIONS

¹Department of Pediatrics & Preventive Dentistry, College of Dental Sciences & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India

Received: 29th August 2023

Accepted: 17th December 2023

Published: 13th March 2024

Indirect Pulp Capping versus Stepwise Excavation