10 Questions
What is the primary reason why pulp becomes infected?
Due to increased blood flow and cellular activity
What may happen if the infected pulp is not treated?
The infection may spread around the tissues destroying bone and supporting tissue
What is the purpose of filling the root canal with gutta-percha?
To prevent the bacteria from entering the space again
What is an alternative to Root Canal Therapy?
Extraction
What is the primary purpose of root canal treatment?
To save the damaged pulp
What is the name of the rubber-like material used to fill the root canal?
Gutta-percha
What is the purpose of a rubber sheet in the root canal treatment procedure?
To isolate the tooth
What is the outcome if the pulp is not treated and the infection spreads?
The tooth will fall out
What is the purpose of injecting a local anesthetic in the root canal treatment procedure?
To numb the area
What is a common symptom of an infected pulp?
All of the above
This quiz covers the consequences of untreated infections in endodontics, including necrosis of the pulp and apical periodontitis, as well as the principles of endodontics as an art and science of clinical dentistry.
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