Vital pulp therapy (VPT) is transforming modern dentistry by offering a less invasive alternative to root canal treatment. With growing insights into pulp biology, preserving a vital pulp after deep caries or trauma is now seen as key to maintaining tooth health and longevity. But while the benefits are clear, clinical decision making remains complex hampered by variable outcomes and a lack of standardized guidelines. This lecture will explore practical strategies for diagnosis, case selection, and material choice, empowering clinicians to make confident, evidence-based decisions in preserving pulp vitality.

Objectives:

1- Understand the biological basis and clinical importance of preserving pulp vitality in cases of deep caries and trauma.

2- Identify key factors influencing the success of vital pulp therapy, including diagnosis, case selection, and material choice.

3- Apply evidence-based strategies to improve clinical decision-making and outcomes in vital pulp therapy.