Formocresol pulpotomy in primary molars: a long-term radiographic evaluation
Boeve, C.; Dermaut, L.
Asdc Journal of Dentistry for Children 49(3): 191-196
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 1945-1954 PMID: 6953080 Document Number: 186054
Of 137 pulpotomies with Tempophore, 13 percent failed. In comparison with pulpotomies using Ca(OH)2, in which higher failure rates occurred (Magnusson, Schröder), we can conclude that the pulpotomy with Tempophore, as well as with Buckley's formocresol, can be considered a clinically successful therapy. These therapies permit the preservation of even extensively carious primary molars, until their normal exfoliation time. The preservation of these teeth prevents the appearance of functional as well as orthodontic problems, because the arch-length is not adversely affected. The mesial tipping or drifting of the permanent molars is, furthermore, prevented.