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APenetration into the Pulp and perforation of the External tooth Surface
2. Also, if a standard or link series pin continues to thread into the tooth
beyond the 2mm length depth of the pin hole, this is an indication of
a penetration or perforation.
being completed.
the view shows dentin between the pulp and the pin. In contrast, a
external perforation.
1. In an asymptomatic tooth, a pulpal penetration is treated as any other
3. Then place a calcium hydroxide liner over the opening of the pin hole,
4. Although certain studies have shown that the pulp will tolerate pin
1. The depth of the pin into pulp tissue would be difficult to determine.
attachment.
Careful probing and radiographic examination must accurately
gingival attachment:
1. Pin can be cut off flush with the tooth surface with no further
treatment.
2. Pin can be cut off flush with tooth surface and preparation for a cast