Which of the following diagnostic tools can be used to differentiate dentin hypersensitivity from pulpal pain? A) Air jet B) Percussion testing C) Radiographs D) Pulp vitality test... Which of the following diagnostic tools can be used to differentiate dentin hypersensitivity from pulpal pain? A) Air jet B) Percussion testing C) Radiographs D) Pulp vitality testing
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the diagnostic tools that can help distinguish between dentin hypersensitivity and pulpal pain in dental practice. The high-level approach is to identify which of the listed options is primarily used for this differential diagnosis.
Answer
Pulp vitality testing
Pulp vitality testing can be used to differentiate dentin hypersensitivity from pulpal pain.
Answer for screen readers
Pulp vitality testing can be used to differentiate dentin hypersensitivity from pulpal pain.
More Information
Pulp vitality testing helps assess the condition of the pulp and differentiates it from dentin hypersensitivity which is generally related to stimuli like air or cold.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming that physical stimulation like air jets or percussion can distinguish between pain sources, which they can't as effectively as assessing pulp health directly.
Sources
- Diagnosis | Dentinal Hypersensitivity: A Review - Dentalcare.com - dentalcare.com
- Successful management of dentin hypersensitivity: A narrative review - dmp.umw.edu.pl
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