Journal of Dental Research, Vol 55, 281-284, Copyright © 1976 by International & American Associations for Dental Research Online Journals
Protection against harmful effects of a restorative procedure using an acidic cavity cleanser
H. M. Eriksen
The present investigation demonstrates that direct application of a
composite resin on an acid-etched, vital dentin surface is hazardous to the
pulp in monkey teeth. This indicates that exposed dentin should be
protected before treating the tooth with a restorative technique including
acid etching. A ca(OH)2-containing base material showed promising qualities
as a protective liner for this kind of restorative treatment.