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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[file:Blausen_0863_ToothAnatomy_02.png|thumb|left]] [[file:Pulp_Histology_.png|thumb|left]] [[file:SDEO-_Dental_Pulp.png|thumb|right]] [[file:Pulpal_dentin_junction.png|thumb|right]] [[file:Plexus_of_Raschkow.png|thumb|right]]<br>== Pulp (tooth) ==<br />
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The '''pulp''' is the part of the [[tooth]] that contains the [[tooth#Nerves and blood vessels|nerves]], [[blood vessels]], and [[connective tissue]]. It is located in the center of the tooth, within the [[pulp chamber]] and the [[root canal]]s. The pulp is essential for the formation and nourishment of the tooth.<br />
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=== Structure ===<br />
The pulp is divided into two main parts:<br />
* The [[pulp chamber]], which is located in the crown of the tooth.<br />
* The [[root canal]]s, which extend down through the roots of the tooth.<br />
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The pulp is surrounded by [[dentin]], a hard tissue that protects it from external damage. The outermost layer of the tooth is the [[enamel]], which covers the dentin in the crown of the tooth.<br />
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=== Function ===<br />
The primary functions of the pulp include:<br />
* Formation of dentin: The pulp contains [[odontoblasts]], which are cells responsible for the production of dentin.<br />
* Nutrient supply: The blood vessels in the pulp provide essential nutrients to the tooth.<br />
* Sensory function: The nerves in the pulp are responsible for transmitting sensations, such as pain, to the brain.<br />
* Defense and repair: The pulp can respond to injury or infection by forming reparative dentin.<br />
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=== Clinical Significance ===<br />
The health of the pulp is crucial for the overall health of the tooth. Common conditions affecting the pulp include:<br />
* [[Pulpitis]]: Inflammation of the pulp, often caused by dental caries or trauma.<br />
* [[Dental abscess]]: A collection of pus that can form in the pulp due to infection.<br />
* [[Root canal treatment]]: A procedure to remove infected or damaged pulp and seal the tooth to prevent further infection.<br />
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=== Related Topics ===<br />
* [[Tooth development]]<br />
* [[Dental anatomy]]<br />
* [[Endodontics]]<br />
* [[Dental caries]]<br />
* [[Periodontium]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[Tooth]]<br />
* [[Dentin]]<br />
* [[Enamel]]<br />
* [[Root canal]]<br />
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[[Category:Dentistry]]<br />
[[Category:Tooth anatomy]]<br />
[[Category:Endodontics]]<br />
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