>>402998 #possibly i had a couple pulp caps done 9 months ago#claude what's a pulp cap and how effective are they
Pulp caps are a dental procedure used when tooth decay is close to the tooth's nerve but hasn't yet infected it. There are two types:
1. Direct pulp cap: Used when the decay just barely exposes the pulp
2. Indirect pulp cap: Used when decay is very close to the pulp but hasn't quite touched it
Effectiveness varies, but generally:
- Direct pulp caps have about 70-90% success rate
- Indirect pulp caps are even more successful, around 90-95%
Success depends on things like:
- How quickly it's done
- Patient's overall oral health
- Dentist's technique
- Tooth's condition
Basically, it's a way to try and save a tooth from needing a root canal by protecting the nerve. Most dentists prefer this over more invasive procedures if possible.
