Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Pulp Capping

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding pulp capping?

A) Some of the carious dentin is left in the tooth to promote self-healing of the dentin so pulp exposure can be avoided.
B) With direct pulp capping the tooth is nonvital and material is placed to protect the pulp.
C) Indirect pulp capping is a permanent procedure, but the patient needs to be informed because problems may develop later and periodic monitoring is necessary.
D) The goals of indirect pulp capping are to promote pulpal healing by removing all of the decay and to stimulate the production of reparative dentin through placement of calcium hydroxide.