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Official Description

Placement of interim direct restoration

Direct placement of a restorative material to protect tooth and/or tissue form. This procedure may be used to relieve pain, promote healing, manage caries, create a seal for endodontic isolation, or prevent further deterioration until definitive treatment can be rendered. Not to be used for endodontic access closure, or as a base or liner under restoration.
Short Descr Placement of interim direct restoration
Medium Descr Placement of interim direct restoration
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2025-01-01 Changed Revision to existing procedure code nomenclature or descriptor (or both), effective 1/1/2025
2013-01-01 Changed Description Changed
2011-01-01 Changed Description Changed
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