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JUNIOR, Emyr Stringhini et al. Current situation and scientific evidences on pulp therapy for primary teeth. Rev. Assoc. Paul. Cir. Dent. [online]. 2014, vol.68, n.3, pp. 259-262. ISSN 0004-5276.

The aim of conservative pulp therapy for primary teeth is to maintain the integrity and health of the teeth and their supporting tissues, pulp vitality, reduce the need for a nonvital pulp treatment and retain these teeth until the appropriate time for exfoliation. This paper presents the findings of recent clinical trials, systematic reviews and meta-analysis about vital pulp terapy in primary teeth.

Palavras-chave : pulp therapy; primary teeth; pediatric dentistry; evidence-based dentistry.