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A 28-year-old patient presents with a deep occlusal carious lesion on a mandibular first molar. After caries removal, a small pinpoint pulp exposure occurs in a young, asymptomatic, vital tooth with no pre-operative pain. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Immediate root canal therapy Direct pulp cap with a calcium silicate (e.g. MTA) or calcium hydroxide material Extraction of the tooth Place a sedative dressing and review in six months with no capping material

Correct Answer:

Direct pulp cap with a calcium silicate (e.g. MTA) or calcium hydroxide material

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