pulp capping


capping

 [kap´ing] 1. the provision of a protective or obstructive covering.2. the movement of cell surface antigens into a small region (cap) on the cell surface owing to the cross-linking of antigens by specific antibody.3. the covering of tooth cusps weakened by caries with a protective metal overlay.4. colloquial term for replacement of the crown of a natural tooth with an artificial crown (cap).pulp capping the covering of an exposed dental pulp with some material to provide protection against external influences and to encourage healing.

pulp capping

The technique and material for covering and protecting from external conditions a vital, exposed pulp while the pulp heals and secondary or tertiary dentin forms to cover it. Synonym: capping (1)See also: capping