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INBDE Integrated National Board Dental Exam Prep Set 2

Category - NBDE II

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Indirect pulp capping is completed during two separate visits. How far apart are these visits?
  1. 2 - 3 months
  2. 5 - 6 months
  3. 6 - 8 months
  4. 1 - 2 months
Explanation
Answer: C - Indirect pulp capping is completed during two separate visits that are 6 - 8 months apart. During the first visit, caries are excavated and treated with calcium hydroxide for temporary restoration. During the second visit, the restorative material and any residual caries are removed and the tooth is permanently restored.
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