Benefits of Indirect Pulp Capping
Compare to other dental procedures to repair a tooth decay or damage, indirect pulp capping many provide several benefits. These include:
– It tends to be more affordable than a root canal
– It may help prevent the pulp from being exposed
– You would still retain your decayed tooth
– It is simpler and less invasive than other dental procedures, such as a root canal [4]
Material for Indirect Pulp Capping
During indirect pulp capping, some temporary or sedative fillings can be used to help alleviate a tooth nerve worsened by decay. They contain materials with natural components to help with the process of repairing dentin. Common options may include:
– Mineral trioxide aggregate: This material works as a strong sealant with many antibacterial properties
– Calcium hydroxide: With antibacterial properties, it helps with the formation of reparative dentin
– Glass ionomer
– Dentin-bonding agent
– Resin-modified glass ionomer
Each material has its own pros and cons. Make sure to talk with your dentist to choose the right option for your need. [5]
