Uso do cimento de hidróxido de cálcio como protetor do complexo dentinopulpar – revisão de literatura

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Calcium hydroxide cement has several indications in dentistry and has been used for many years as a protective material for the dentinopulpal complex in very deep cavities, as it promotes the release of ions that stimulates a pulp response and dentin deposition and is thermal insulator. Despite its proven success, much is discussed about its effectiveness, especially with the advent of minimal intervention dentistry, selective removal of decayed dentin and the use of universal adhesives. OBJECTIVES: The objective of this work was to carry out a review of the literature related to the use of calcium hydroxide cement as a protector of the pulp-dentin complex. METHODOLOGY: Articles related to the use of calcium hydroxide cement were searched in the main libraries of databases such as PubMed, Scielo and Google Scholar, between the years 2002 to 2022, with the objective of evaluating the use of calcium hydroxide cement as a protection material for the pulp dentino complex in very deep cavities, among other materials. RESULTS: The review articles showed the evaluation of the use of calcium hydroxide cement as a material to protect the pulp dentino complex in very deep cavities and materials relevant to pulp capping. Calcium hydroxide cement is still widely used, and its properties and advantages have been scientifically proven, but with advances in restorative techniques and materials, its use has steadily declined, without impairing pulp vitality. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: When it comes to pulp vitality, it is extremely important to correctly choose the material to be used by the dental professional in order to obtain a satisfactory and quality result.