5 Questions
What is a particular feature of inflammation in the periapical part of the periodontal ligament?
Adjacent bone and occasionally the root apex may resorb
What determines the nature of inflammation that develops in the apical periodontium?
The presence of open or closed pulpitis
What distinguishes periapical periodontitis from pulpitis?
The potential for healing
What may periapical tissue present as when the inflammatory process extends into it?
Granuloma or cyst (if chronic) or an abscess (if acute)
What determines if periapical periodontitis will be acute or chronic?
Virulence of the involved microorganisms
Test your knowledge of periapical pathology and inflammation in the periapical part of the periodontal ligament. Explore the differences between periapical periodontitis and pulpitis.
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