Crown reduction and vital pulp therapy is an accepted treatment for abnormal occlusion resulting in palatal trauma caused by malpositioned mandibular canine teeth in dogs and cats. This article describes use of mineral trioxide aggregate for vital pulp therapy after crown reduction. A list of materials and commonly used equipment is provided.
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