Resposta do tecido pulpar aos materiais capeadores diretos: agregado de trióxido de mineral (MTA) e hidróxido de cálcio: revisão de literatura

Abstract

Direct pulp capping is a protocol used to treat reversible pulp lesions that aims to maintain pulp vitality and function. Therefore the materials used in this protocol may influence the success rate of treatment. This study is descriptive and aims to evaluate the characteristics of materials used in direct pulp capping, specifically mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and calcium hydroxide. A literature review was used through the analysis of the articles, we tried to compare clinical / histological results of some studies, describing the properties, forms of application, advantages, disadvantages, indications and contraindications of these materials. In addition to assessing the response of the dentin-pulp complex in contact with these substances, associated with aesthetic, physical, mechanical and biological principles.