Pulp Therapy for Primary and Young Permanent Teeth

摘要

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) intends this guideline to describe the diagnosis of pulp pathosis and set forth the indications, objectives, and medications for pulp therapy in primary and young permanent teeth.This guideline was revised based on a review of the literature and collaboration with experts. A MEDLINE search was conducted using the terms "pulpotomy", "pulpectomy", "indirect pulp treatment", "stepwise excavation", "pulp therapy", "pulp capping", "pulp exposure", "calcium hydroxide", "formocresol", "ferric sulfate", and "glass ionomer". Although this guideline reflects the cited literature and consensus of experts, more research is needed in the areas of vital and nonvital pulp treatment in primary and young permanent teeth to aid clinicians in the proper technique and medications for use.