The following statement was prepared by the AAE Special Committee on Vital Pulp Therapy: Craig S. Hirschberg, DDS, Chair; George Bogen, DDS; Johnah C. Galicia, DMD, MS, PhD;
Ronald R. Lemon, DMD; Ove A. Peters, DMD, MS, PhD; Nikita B. Ruparel, DMD, MS, PhD;
Franklin R. Tay, BDSc, PhD; and David E. Witherspoon, BDS, MS.
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About This Document: The following statement was prepared by the AAE Special Committee on Vital Pulp Therapy.
Distribution Information: AAE members may reprint this position statement for distribution to patients or referring dentists.
The guidance in this statement is not intended to substitute for a clinician's independent judgment in light of the conditions and needs of a specific patient.
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