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ex·posed pulp

pulp that has been exposed or laid bare by a pathologic process, trauma, or a dental instrument.

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exposed pulp

Pulp that, due to disease, is exposed to the air and saliva in the mouth.

Treatment

Treatment includes extraction of the tooth or root canal.

ex·pos·ed pulp

(eks-pōzd pŭlp)

Pulp that has been laid bare by a pathologic process, trauma, or a dental instrument.

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When dental pulp is exposed, direct pulp capping is often performed; in this process, a compound such as calcium hydroxide is placed directly over the exposed pulp to preserve its vitality.

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In direct pulp capping the exposed pulp was dressed with a medicament or dental material, with the specific aim of maintaining pulpal vitality and health.

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In a study on young posterior teeth, Mejare and Cvek [1993] suggested that deep carious exposures be opened up so that 1 to 3 mm of exposed pulp can be removed and the pulp can be covered with CH.

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