Waterhouse Paula Jane
Department of Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
J Endod. 2008 Jul;34(7 Suppl):S47-50. doi: 10.1016/j.joen.2008.03.019.
This article outlines the counterpoint delivered in the debate "Is Formocresol Obsolete?" It addresses the opinion supporting the need to move away from formaldehyde-containing preparations in the dental care of children. It is suggested that such a move should be made not just because of concerns relating to the possible toxicity of formaldehyde but to reflect a more contemporary, biologic approach to pulp therapy in the primary dentition.
