Current key to clinical success in pulp capping: A review

Abstract

The aim of pulp capping is the preservation of tooth vitality by forming a barrier between the pulp and the surrounding environment. A successful formation of this barrier avoids the need for further treatment and helps in the conservation of the pulp-dentin complex. A mineralized tissue barrier can only be formed when there is a significant reduction in pulp inflammation and infection. The initiation of the healing process in pulpal inflammation presents a beneficial chance to ensure the long-term effectiveness of pulp capping treatment. Various materials employed for pulp capping induce the formation of a mineralized tissue barrier, which is a favorable response. Therefore, this review focuses on when and where to perform the procedure for the preservation of pulpal vitality and the assessment of the outcome of pulp capping to understand the successfulness of the treatment. It also focuses on methods that lead us towards a fortunate treatment.