<prompt> Which of the following materials is the most ideal forindirect pulp capping?Calcium hydroxideZinc oxide eugenol cementZinc oxide powder onlyZinc oxyphosphate cement  <response>: Calcium hydroxide remains the standard material for pulp capping of normal vital pulp tissue; it can possibly stimulate the repair reaction. A hard-setting calcium hydroxide capping material should be used. If the tooth is small such as a first primary molar, hard-setting calcium hydroxide may also be used as the base for the restoration. Some studies have shown successful results with direct capping of exposed pulps with adhesive bonding agents, whereas others have reported pulpal inflammation and unacceptable results with this technique.McDONALD AND AVERYS DENTISTRY CHILD ADOLESCENT 10thEd P:228 