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Which condition is characterized by mild-to-moderate pain that resolves quickly after removing the stimulus?

  • Chronic pulpitis
  • Reversible pulpitis (correct)
  • Acute irreversible pulpitis
  • Pulp necrosis

What is a common trigger for pain in reversible pulpitis?

  • Sour foods (correct)
  • Weak electric currents
  • Hot beverages (correct)
  • Pressure on the tooth

Which feature is a clinical indication of irreversible pulpitis?

  • No pain upon thermal stimulation
  • Continuous and spontaneous pain (correct)
  • Sensitivity to percussion
  • Pain resolves immediately after stimulus removal

What happens to pulp tissue during reversible pulpitis?

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Which histopathological feature is associated with reversible pulpitis?

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What type of pulpitis can develop rapidly from reversible pulpitis?

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What characterizes the pain experienced in acute irreversible pulpitis?

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Which of the following conditions is NOT a form of pulpitis?

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What is the primary function of the dental pulp?

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Which of the following is NOT a cause of pulpitis?

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Which type of injury can lead to pulpitis due to the formation of nitrogen bubbles?

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What can cause pulpal irritation due to dissimilar metals in the presence of saliva?

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Which of the following factors is considered a mechanical injury to the dental pulp?

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What complication can arise from periodontal disease related to the dental pulp?

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What is an example of a chemical injury affecting the dental pulp?

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What role do odontoblasts play in the dental pulp?

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What is the main composition of pulp stones?

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Which factor is commonly associated with the increase in pulp stones and diffuse calcification?

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What happens to pulp cell density as individuals age?

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What clinical significance do pulp stones and diffuse calcification have?

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What change in pulp occurs due to age-related degeneration?

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What typically causes the pain in the later stage of acute pulpitis?

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What is a common diagnostic finding in the early stage of acute pulpitis?

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What is the end result of total pulpal suppurative necrosis?

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Which histopathological feature is associated with chronic irreversible pulpitis?

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What is a primary treatment for complete pulp necrosis due to acute pulpitis?

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What distinguishes chronic open hyperplastic pulpitis, also known as pulp polyp?

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How does the response to thermal changes differ in chronic irreversible pulpitis?

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Which symptom is least likely to be associated with chronic open pulpitis?

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What is a key characteristic of pulp necrosis following trauma?

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What distinguishes true pulp stones from false pulp stones?

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Which condition is associated with more advanced pulp chamber and root canal development?

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What is the typical process leading to pulp calcifications?

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What is a common feature of reparative dentin formation?

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Which mechanism is responsible for pulp necrosis due to pulpitis?

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How do pulp stones appear in radiographs?

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What is the role of secondary dentin in the context of tooth health?

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What is the characteristic feature of chronic hyperplastic pulpitis?

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Which clinical feature is commonly seen in chronic hyperplastic pulpitis?

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What type of tissue primarily composes the hyperplastic tissue in chronic hyperplastic pulpitis?

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What is the main treatment required for chronic hyperplastic pulpitis?

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In which age group is chronic hyperplastic pulpitis most commonly observed?

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What does the radiographic appearance of chronic hyperplastic pulpitis typically show?

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What role do the odontoblasts play in the healing process of the pulp?

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What is secondary dentin characterized by?

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Dental Pulp Inflammation

Inflammation of the pulpal tissues, regardless of infectious cause.

Pulpitis Etiology: Bacterial Injury

Pulp inflammation resulting from bacteria entering the tooth, often from caries (cavities).

Pulpitis Etiology: Mechanical Injury

Pulp inflammation caused by physical trauma, accidents or improper dental procedures.

Pulpitis Etiology: Thermal Injury

Pulp inflammation due to extreme temperature changes, often from dental procedures.

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Pulpitis Etiology: Chemical Injury

Pulp inflammation caused by corrosive materials, such as acidity from dental materials improperly used.

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Pulp's Role

The pulp provides blood and nutrients to the tooth and is the central, living, connective tissue part of the tooth.

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Periodontal-Endodontic Lesion

A combined periodontal and pulp infection that results from advanced periodontal disease affecting the periapical tissue, or from communicating with accessory root canals.

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Iatrogenic Pulp Damage

Pulp damage caused by a dental procedure or treatment.

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Chronic Hyperplastic Pulpitis

A form of chronic pulpitis where pulp tissue grows and forms a polyp, protruding from the pulp chamber.

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Granulation Tissue

Connective tissue formed during inflammation with collagen fibers and new capillaries.

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Pulp Polyp Appearance

A pinkish, globular growth that often fills the entire cavity, protruding from the pulp chamber

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Pulp Polyp Treatment

Removal of the polyp and root canal treatment are necessary.

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Secondary Dentin

Dentin that forms after tooth completion, showing a regular organized structure.

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Pulp Healing

Damaged odontoblasts are replaced by new cells, and pulpitis may resolve with irritant removal.

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Pulp Capping

Using calcium hydroxide to stimulate calcified barrier formation after traumatic pulp exposure or pulpotomy.

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Chronic inflammatory process

A long-term inflammatory response, often involving collagen fibres and new blood vessels.

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Reversible Pulpitis

A mild inflammation of the pulp that can resolve with stimulus removal. Involves hyperemia (increased blood flow).

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Irreversible Pulpitis

Pulp inflammation that progresses to an irreversible condition. No longer responds to stimulus removal.

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Acute Irreversible Pulpitis

Sudden, intense pain in the tooth triggered by stimuli, not ceasing after the removal of the stimulus.

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Hyperemia

Increased blood flow to the pulp, a characteristic of reversible pulpitis.

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Pulp Necrosis

Death of the pulp tissue.

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Bacterial Invasion

Entry of bacteria into the pulp tissue, often a cause of pulpitis.

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Acute Pulpitis Pain

Sudden, severe pain that persists after the stimulus is removed

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Treatment for Reversible Pulpitis

Direct or indirect capping to address the inflamed pulp as a hyperemic reaction by isolating the issue and removing the stimuli.

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Acute Pulpitis Early Stage

Initial stage of pulp inflammation, characterized by tooth sensitivity to percussion, but not significant pain. It may respond to electric pulp testing at lower levels of current, but it is still treatable.

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Acute Pulpitis Later Stage

Advanced stage of pulp inflammation, marked by intense throbbing pain, especially at night. Cold may relieve pain, while heat worsens it. Electric pulp tests show reduced sensitivity.

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Pulp Necrosis

Complete death of the pulp tissue. There is no response to electric pulp testing. Often the final stage of pulpitis.

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Chronic Pulpitis

A long-lasting, less intense form of pulp inflammation that may develop from an acute episode or a slow infection.

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Chronic Open Pulpitis

A type of chronic pulpitis, characterized by a visible opening in the pulp chamber, causing relatively little pain. Often associated with extensive caries.

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Pulp Abscess

A localized collection of pus, usually resulting from a large area of pulp tissue death and the breakdown of tissues.

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Root Canal Treatment

A procedure to remove inflamed or infected pulp tissue from a tooth and then fill the canal to preserve the tooth

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Histopathology of Acute Pulpitis

In acute inflammation, the pulp shows swollen blood vessels, inflammatory cells (PMNs) at the site of infection, and tissue damage. This shows a breakdown/disorganization of healthy tissue.

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Pulp Stones

Rounded nodules of calcified tissue in the dental pulp, often with irregular tubules.

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Diffuse Calcification

Amorphous, age-related calcifications in the pulp, not typically clinically significant.

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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Genetic defect of collagen that results in floppy joints and associated common pulp conditions.

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Pulp Volume Decrease

Pulp volume shrinks over time due to secondary dentine production; also reduced vascularity and cellularity.

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Odontoblasts Reduction

Decline in odontoblast (pulp cells) count with age, more significant in the root than crown.

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Localized Secondary Dentin

Reparative dentin formed in response to injury, like decay or trauma, in the tooth.

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Pulp Necrosis

Death of the dental pulp, often due to infection or injury.

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Pulp Calcification

Formation of calcified deposits (also known as pulp stones) inside the dental pulp.

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Physiologic Pulp Changes

Natural, age-related changes that shrink the pulp chamber.

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Pulp Stones

Calcified masses (stones) that form within the tooth pulp.

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Calcific Metamorphosis

Rapid pulp obliteration (filling) caused by severe trauma.

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Pulp Gangrene

A form of pulp necrosis with infection, characterized by a foul odor.

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Pulp Chamber/Canal Size Changes

Gradual reduction in size of the pulp chamber and root canals with age

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Study Notes

Dental Pulp Pathology

  • The dental pulp is the living connective tissue and cells (odontoblasts) in the center of a tooth.
  • It contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue, supplying nutrients to the tooth.
  • Pulpitis is inflammation of the pulpal tissue, regardless of infection.

Etiology (Causes of Pulpitis)

  • Bacterial Injury: Bacteria, from decaying teeth (caries), reach the pulp. Root caries and recurrent caries can also lead to pulp infections.
  • Marginal Leakage: Leakage around dental restorations can allow bacteria to enter.
  • Cracks: Cracks in the tooth crown can provide pathways for bacteria to reach the pulp.
  • Periodontal Pocketing (Perio-endo lesion): Advanced gum disease can involve the tissues around the roots, potentially leading to infection in the pulp.
  • Malformed teeth (Invaginated odontomes, Dens-in-dente): Unique tooth formations can increase the risk of pulp inflammation.
  • Anachoresis: Bacteria in the bloodstream can localize to already inflamed pulp areas.

Other Causes of Injury

  • Mechanical Injury: Trauma (fractures, concussions, luxation, avulsion, traumatic occlusion), accidents, or improper dental procedures (iatrogenic damage) are examples of mechanical injuries. Tooth grinding (bruxism) also contributes.
  • Attrition and Abrasion: Worn enamel or tooth surface due to use or wear.
  • Barotrauma (Aerodontalgia): Flying at high altitudes in unpressurized aircraft, or rapid decompression in divers, can lead to the formation of nitrogen bubbles in the pulp tissue.

Other Causes of Injury

  • Thermal Injury: Severe temperature changes transmitted through uninsulated metal fillings. Dental procedures involved in making and fixing fillings, polishing, and the heat of dental materials can cause thermal injury. -Chemical Injury: Inappropriate use of acidic dental materials, like Zinc Phosphate, or using composite fillings without a liner.
  • Electrical Changes: Dissimilar metals (like gold and amalgam) in the mouth combine with saliva to create an electrical current which can irritate the pulp.

Different Types of Pulpitis

  • Reversible Pulpitis: Mild inflammation, pain resolves with stimulus removal.

    • Characterized by sudden, mild-to-moderate pain triggered by cold, but resolves in seconds after removal of stimulus. -No mobility when testing.
    • Deep cavities with bacteria slightly away from the pulp, causing acid to spread through tubules leading to hyperemia.

  • Irreversible Pulpitis (Acute): Severe inflammation, pain continues, often exacerbated even after stimulus is gone. -Pain is persistent and exacerbated upon stimulation (including spontaneous pain). Often sensitive to heat or sweet or sour foods. -It can lead to complete pulpal necrosis

  • Chronic Types: Reduced but persistent pain:

    • Chronic Closed Pulpitis: (rare)

    • Chronic Open Pulpitis: Open wound/infection of the tooth with resulting granulation tissue.

    • Chronic Open Hyperplastic Pulpitis (Pulp Polyp): Pulp tissue grows toward the oral cavity forming a polyp-like structure, usually with relatively little pain and painless bleeding

Treatment:

  • Pulpitis: requires either direct or indirect capping treatment, or in cases of severe, irreversible pulpitis, root canal treatment is needed.

Pulp Necrosis (Pulp Gangrene)

  • Following pulps injury or severe inflammation
  • Typically, follows severe ischemia or loss of blood supply.
  • May have a foul odor or symptoms of severe infection

Pulp Calcification

  • Pulp stones are calcified tissues within the pulp.
  • Some stones have a tubular structure and others are amorphous.
  • These calcifications often appear in X-rays as small opacities.
  • True Pulp Stones — contain tubules and may have an outer layer of predentine.
  • False Pulp Stones — composed of concentric layers of calcified material with no tubules.
  • Diffuse calcification is an amorphous/non-tubular form which is often age related.

Healing of the Pulp

  • Injured odontoblasts are replaced by new cells from the pulp.
  • Pulpitis may resolve with removal of the irritant.
  • Pulp capping can be used after traumatic pulp exposure or pulpotomy in order to stimulate the formation of a calcified barrier.

Secondary Dentin

  • Dentin formed after the completion of tooth development.
  • Increases with age (around 35-40).
  • Gradually reduces pulp chamber size.
  • Provides more protection and reduces tooth sensitivity.
  • Localized secondary dentin is formed in response to focal injury or trauma.
  • Reparative Dentin (aka Tertiary Dentin) which is formed following and injury to the pulp in response to trauma, caries or injury.

Age Changes in Pulp

  • Pulp volume gradually decreases with age due to secondary dentin production.
  • Reduced vascularity, cellularity, and increased collagen fibers can affect response to injuries.
  • Reduced odontoblast number occurs in adult life (approaching half by age 70).

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