National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) Practice Exam

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What type of base is placed to soothe the pulp that has been irritated?

Supportive
Desensitizing
Sedative
Reinforcing

The correct answer is: Sedative

The type of base referred to in this context is a sedative base. Sedative bases are specifically designed to calm or soothe the pulp in cases where it has become irritated, often due to dental procedures, caries, or trauma. The composition of sedative bases typically includes materials that have a therapeutic effect, promoting healing and providing relief from discomfort. The primary purpose of using a sedative base is to protect the pulp from further irritation and diminish sensitivity, which is particularly important as some dental treatments can cause transient pulpitis or irritation. Sedative materials not only provide a calming effect but may also help in creating a barrier between the pulp and any potential irritants. In the context of the other choices, supportive bases are often used primarily for structural support, desensitizing bases are intended to reduce sensitivity but do not necessarily have the same soothing properties as sedative bases, and reinforcing bases typically serve to provide additional strength to a restoration rather than soothing the pulp. Thus, the sedative base is the most appropriate choice for addressing pulp irritations effectively.