Dental pulp test
Dental Pulp Test
Dental pulp test (pronunciation: /ˈdɛn.təl pʌlp tɛst/) is a diagnostic procedure used to assess the health of the dental pulp, the innermost part of a tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels.
Etymology
The term "dental pulp test" is derived from the words "dental" (pertaining to teeth), "pulp" (the soft tissue within a tooth), and "test" (a method of examination).
Procedure
The dental pulp test involves applying a stimulus, such as heat, cold, or electricity, to the tooth and observing the patient's response. This helps to determine whether the pulp is healthy, inflamed, or necrotic. The test is usually performed by a dentist or an endodontist, a specialist in tooth pulp and root canal treatment.
Related Terms
- Dental Pulp: The soft tissue within a tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels.
- Endodontist: A dentist who specializes in diseases of the dental pulp and root canal treatment.
- Root Canal Treatment: A procedure to remove diseased or damaged pulp and seal the tooth.
- Pulpitis: Inflammation of the dental pulp, often causing toothache.
- Pulp Necrosis: Death of the dental pulp, usually as a result of untreated pulpitis or trauma.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dental pulp test
- Wikipedia's article - Dental pulp test
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