Dental The reason for sealing caries during cavity preparation is: A To eliminate the need for eventual direct pulp capping B Produce an aseptic field when pulp exposure is inevitable C To allow the formation of secondary dentin before excavation D To produce a hard surface as a foundation for subsequent restoration 💡 Explanation The reason for sealing caries during cavity preparation is: ✓ Correct Answer: C. To allow the formation of secondary dentin before excavation