Clinical term
pulp capping
Placing a protective medicated material over pulp that is exposed or nearly exposed, to keep it alive and avoid root canal treatment.
Reviewed by Dr. Amit Sharma, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Last reviewed 3 September 2026
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