Stepwise Excavation may Enhance Pulp Preservation in Permanent Teeth Affected by Dental Caries

Article Title and Bibliographic Information: Ways of enhancing pulp preservation by stepwise excavationâ??a systematic review.Hayashi M, Fujitani M, Yamaki C, Momoi Y.J Dent 2011;39(2):95-107. Epub 2010 Dec 3.Reviewer: Lars Bjørndal, DDS, PhD, Dr OdontPurpose/Question: To determine the clinical effectiveness of stepwise excavation for pulp preservationSource of Funding: Japanese Society of Conservative DentistryType of Study/Design: Systematic reviewLevel of Evience: Level 2: Limited-quality patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation Grade: Grade B: Limited-quality patient-oriented evidence (Source: The Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice)
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