• Common examples of irritants are dental caries, cavity preparation procedures, traumatic injuries, and chemical substances like bleaching agents and adhesive systems. (bvsalud.org)
  • Dental cavities (caries is Latin for 'rottenness'), also known as tooth decay, cavities, or caries, is a breakdown of teeth due to activities of bacteria. (omicsonline.org)
  • Pulpal complications of caries, extensive wear or other external irritation may result in symptomatic or asymptomatic inflammation, followed by partial or progressive pulp tissue degradation and necrosis. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • The chosen treatment modalities of the vital pulp may vary from caries excavation and cavity sealing, partial or complete pulpotomy to pulpectomy, and will be discussed in detail in other articles in this issue dealing with the diagnostics, vital pulp therapies and emergency treatment. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • The subjects positive for H. pylori in dental pulp expressed clinical signs of severe dental caries. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Moreover, H. pylori are likely transmitted from dental caries to the root canal. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Dental pulp tissue was obtained from deciduous teeth by extirpation during treatment for dental caries, and periodontal tissue was obtained from deciduous teeth that were extracted for orthodontic reasons or space management. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Pulp polyps involving the primary, first, and second mandibular molars in a young child with extensive dental caries. (medscape.com)
  • The pulp polyp is the result of both mechanical irritation and bacterial invasion into the pulp of a tooth that exhibits significant crown destruction due to trauma or caries. (medscape.com)
  • Caries is caused by acids produced by bacteria in dental plaque. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Dental caries: An update on dental trends and therapy. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Pulpitis Pulpitis is inflammation of the dental pulp resulting from untreated caries, trauma, or multiple restorations. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Recommendations for using fluoride to prevent and control dental caries in the United States. (cdc.gov)
  • Although different stem cells, morphogens and scaffolds can be combined to simulate natural odontogenic regeneration, it is crucial to determine which options most closely replicate the characteristics of human dental tissues. (scielo.br)
  • Several studies have defended that this procedure is innocuous to dental tissues, but there is evidence in the literature that the chemicals used for tooth bleaching have deleterious effects on the pulp-dentin complex 3 . (bvsalud.org)
  • This comprehensive update of a classic text presents the latest research on the dental pulp and its interaction with other tissues, highlighting its central role in both local and systemic health. (tetondata.com)
  • Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are multipotent cells usually isolated from bone marrow, endometrium, adipose tissues, skin, and dental pulp. (techscience.com)
  • Growth/differentiation factor-5 (GDF-5) belongs to the bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) family, which is expressed in dental pulp tissues. (ispub.com)
  • To date, various studies have reported that BMP-family growth factors can induce cells isolated from dental pulp tissues to differentiate into odontoblasts. (ispub.com)
  • Nevertheless, the effect of GDF-5 on odontoblast differentiation from dental pulp tissues remains unknown. (ispub.com)
  • In this study, we assayed the effect of exogenous mouse recombinant GDF-5 on cell proliferation of dental pulp cells and determined the expression levels of odontoblast differentiation marker genes in the cells of isolated mouse dental pulp tissues in the presence of GDF-5. (ispub.com)
  • We observed cell outgrowth from these tissues in 'explants culture', and named these cells as deciduous dental pulp stem cells (DDPSCs) and deciduous periodontal ligament stem cells (DPDLSCs), respectively. (elsevierpure.com)
  • These tissues can be obtained easily during routine dental procedures, and could therefore represent a good source of adult stem cells for use in regenerative medicine. (elsevierpure.com)
  • As a type of MSCs derived from dental tissues, human dental pulp stem cells (hDPSCs) are easily and readily isolated from extracted teeth. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs) have the potential to differentiate into many tissues, such as neurons. (brieflands.com)
  • Stem cells derived from many sources, including dental pulp, can remarkably differentiate into tissues, such as neurons. (brieflands.com)
  • Investigators from China are aiming to explore and clarify if autologous ( cells or tissues obtained from the same individual ) SHED stem cell transplantation can efficiently regenerate pulp ( the center part of a tooth ) and periodontal (connective tissue known as gum) tissue in immature permanent teeth and necrotic pulp of teeth in humans. (prescouter.com)
  • 2. Residual devitalisation after removal of non-vital pulp tissues. (vijaidental.com)
  • The possible role of a type 1 hypersensitivity reaction has been hypothesized because of an increased presence and concentration of immunoglobulin E (IgE), histamine, and interleukin-4 (IL-4) within the pulp polyps when compared with healthy pulpal tissues. (medscape.com)
  • These are placed over very deep cavity preparations without pulp exposure. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • The main reservoir for infection within the oral cavity was determined to be dental pulp. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Eliminate, as far as possible, the dentine of the decayed cavity in order to ensure close contact with the pulp. (vijaidental.com)
  • substitute of dentin, including direct/indirect pulp capping and as cavity base/liner. (bvsalud.org)
  • Next, selective removal of the decayed dentin will be carried out, using manual instruments on the pulp wall of the cavity. (who.int)
  • Dental pulpal testing is a clinical and diagnostic aid used in dentistry to help establish the health of the dental pulp within the pulp chamber and root canals of a tooth. (wikipedia.org)
  • Dental pulp tests are valuable techniques used to establish the pulpal health status of a tooth in dentistry. (wikipedia.org)
  • Pulp tests are useful for the following procedures in dentistry: diagnosis of endodontic pathology, localisation of tooth pain, differentiating between odontogenic and non-odontogenic pain, assessing pulpal status following dental trauma, establishment of pulpal health prior to prosthodontic treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • Dental materials are fabricated materials specialized and designed for use in dentistry. (omicsonline.org)
  • This text would be highly recommended to postgraduates, dental practitioners, and registrars interested in restorative dentistry who aim to deliver accurate diagnoses and clinical management of patients with pulpal conditions. (tetondata.com)
  • It addresses the current techniques being used in dentistry and their effects on the dental pulp. (tetondata.com)
  • The Dugoni School of Dentistry launched its Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF) program in June 2011. (pacific.edu)
  • In dentistry, indirect diagnostic methods such as electrical sensibility testing and pulse oximetry are used to assess the status of the pulp. (bjbms.org)
  • Biofilm occurs in dental unit waterlines because of the long, small-diameter tubing and low flow rates used in dentistry, the frequent periods of stagnation, and the potential for retraction of oral fluids. (cdc.gov)
  • This article seeks to review the available scientific evidence with a focus on their applications in restorative dentistry. (bvsalud.org)
  • O. The current state of calcium silicate cements in restorative dentistry: A review. (bvsalud.org)
  • 6 Biofilms occur in dental unit waterlines due to the long, small-diameter tubing and low flow rates used in dentistry and the frequent periods of stagnation. (cdc.gov)
  • Each type of irritant or injury has different effects on the pulp, which are generally characterized by acute inflammation, chronic inflammation or necrosis. (bvsalud.org)
  • The state of pulp vitality, the amount of pulpal necrosis, and related periapical damage can all impact the outcomes of placing a pulp capping material. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • The long-term outcome of replanted avulsed permanent teeth is frequently compromised by lack of revascularization, resulting in pulp necrosis. (elsevierpure.com)
  • This clinical trial is starting to recruit patients with immature permanent teeth and pulp necrosis. (prescouter.com)
  • Avulsion results in hypoxia and eventual necrosis of the pulp. (medscape.com)
  • The second edition has been completely revised to incorporate new chapters featuring the most topical issues in research and clinical practice, including developments in stem cell research and pulpodentin regeneration, the effects of the aging process on the pulp, and the interdependent relationship of the pulp and restorative dental procedures. (tetondata.com)
  • Here, we review the purification of DPSCs and studies of cranio-maxillofacial bone regeneration using these cells. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Yet it remains poorly understood how these factors can induce the various types of cells in the dental pulp to engage in a harmonized and coordinated process of dentin regeneration. (ispub.com)
  • These findings are expected to improve our knowledge of the role of GDF-5 in dental tissue development and to provide information that may be useful in the application of GDF-5 as a molecular manipulator in dental tissue regeneration. (ispub.com)
  • Besides stroke, my lab has also a main interest in using (dental) stem cells for tissue regeneration . (uhasselt.be)
  • In another project, we use tooth organoids, a technique developed in collaboration with Prof. H. Vankelecom (KU Leuven) and Prof. I.Lambrichts (UHasselt), for dental tissue regeneration. (uhasselt.be)
  • Ongoing progress towards the clinical use of dental pulp stem cells has recently expanded the possibilities for clinical applications based on pulp and periodontal tissue regeneration. (prescouter.com)
  • The pulp develops inflammation as a basic protective biologic defense mechanism in response to any type of injury 1-2 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Several reviews have published evidence on the effectiveness of PBM treatments in mitigating inflammation and promoting wound healing [2] . (researchgate.net)
  • If inflammation and infection are present at the site of the treatment, we would ideally expect to see a reduction in both following the pulp cap placement. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Most commonly in children, tooth decay or traumatic injury lead to painful pulp exposure and inflammation. (danielparkdds.com)
  • Inflammation in the pulp of a tooth can lead to inflammation of the surrounding teeth and can affect the overall health. (ecuadororphans.org)
  • Pulpal tests may be conducted via stimulation of the sensory fibres within the pulp (sensitivity testing) or by assessing pulpal blood flow (vitality testing). (wikipedia.org)
  • Tenyi A, Nemeth L, Golež A, Cankar K, Milutinović A. Comparison of the vitality tests used in the dental clinical practice and histological analysis of the dental pulp. (bjbms.org)
  • An accurate assessment of dental pulp vitality in dental clinical practice carries pivotal importance since this determines whether the dentist might opt for a more conservative dental treatment, or more radical ones, such as endodontic therapy, need to be performed. (bjbms.org)
  • Pulp vitality preservation after traumatic dental injuries to permanent teeth. (medscape.com)
  • Gronthos and co-workers were the first to report the isolation and characterization of MSCs from the pulp tissue of third molar teeth [ 5 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Dental x-rays are a type of image of the teeth and mouth. (medlineplus.gov)
  • It is used to plan treatment for dental implants, check for impacted wisdom teeth, and detect jaw problems. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Dental x-rays help diagnose disease and injury of the teeth and gums as well as help planning the appropriate treatment. (medlineplus.gov)
  • According to the maturity of the dental apex, teeth were divided into a group with open (N=6, OA group) and closed apex (N=20, CA group). (bjbms.org)
  • Pediatric dentists perform pulp therapy on both primary (baby) teeth and permanent teeth. (danielparkdds.com)
  • However, most of these stem cells were found in the permanent teeth or pulp from exfoliated deciduous teeth. (elsevierpure.com)
  • The aim of the present study was to characterize stem cells isolated from the functional dental pulp and periodontal ligament of deciduous teeth. (elsevierpure.com)
  • This is the first report of the presence of multipotent stem cells in the functional dental pulp and periodontal ligament tissue of deciduous teeth, which can be isolated using an explants culture method. (elsevierpure.com)
  • These results demonstrate that rhVEGF 165 enhanced neovascularization of severed human dental pulps and suggest that topical application of an angiogenic factor prior to replantation might be beneficial for the treatment of avulsed teeth. (elsevierpure.com)
  • SHED will be used as the cell source for regenerating pulp and periodontal tissue in immature teeth. (prescouter.com)
  • Opalescence Boost in-office power whitener is a chemically activated gel that provides brighter, whiter teeth after about an hour in the dental chair. (ultradent.com)
  • To safeguard their teeth from future fractures, they should look into dental crowns. (ecuadororphans.org)
  • Cats are affected by many of the same dental problems that affect dogs, including periodontal diseases, fractured teeth, and oral growths. (vin.com)
  • Pulp polyp involving the permanent second mandibular molar in a young adult with multiple carious teeth. (medscape.com)
  • Modern emergency departments focus on reimplanting teeth as soon as possible, minimizing periodontal damage, and preventing infection of the pulp tissue. (medscape.com)
  • Qin M. [Pulp treatment of young permanent teeth after traumatic dental injury]. (medscape.com)
  • Storage media for avulsed teeth: a literature review. (medscape.com)
  • In this case, pulp capping agents are placed directly over pulp tissue that is exposed due to decay, trauma, or mechanical damage. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Pulpectomy - In the case of severe tooth decay or trauma, the entire tooth pulp (including the root canals) may be affected. (danielparkdds.com)
  • A recent study from Beijing, China noted that most dental trauma occurs in children aged 7-15 years. (medscape.com)
  • Zadik Y, Marom Y, Levin L. Dental practitioners' knowledge and implementation of the 2007 International Association of Dental Traumatology guidelines for management of dental trauma. (medscape.com)
  • Dental trauma: restorative procedures using composite resin and mouthguards for prevention. (medscape.com)
  • Type of treatment, prognosis, and estimation of time spent to manage dental trauma in late presentation cases at a dental teaching hospital: a longitudinal and retrospective study. (medscape.com)
  • A historical review of dental and facial skeletal trauma. (medscape.com)
  • This systematic review aims to provide a panel of miRNAs that regulate the differentiation of hDP-MSCs including hDPSCs and SHEDs. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The findings of this systematic review support the potential application of the specific miRNAs to regulate the directed differentiation of hDP-MSCs in the field of regenerative therapies. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Together with the outermost mantle dentin with a gradual change of the mineralization rate towards the pulp, they create a 500 µm "resilience zone" necessary to prevent fractures under high occlusal forces [ 1 ]. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • Dental pulp stem cells/progenitor cells (DPSCs) can be easily obtained and can have excellent proliferative and mineralization potentials. (elsevierpure.com)
  • We investigated whether CD44 is involved in the mineralization of dental pulp cells. (ncku.edu.tw)
  • When CD44 expression was stably suppressed in dental pulp cells, their mineralization activities were substantially decreased in both in vitro and in vivo assays. (ncku.edu.tw)
  • In the present study, beads soaked with human recombinant TGF-β3 induced ectopic mineralization in dental pulp from fetal mouse tooth germ samples, which increased in a dose-dependent manner. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Merckx G, Hosseinkhani B, Kuypers S, Deville S, Irobi J, Nelissen I, Michiels L, Lambrichts I, Bronckaers A. (2020) Angiogenic Effects of Human Dental Pulp and Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells and their Extracellular Vesicles. (uhasselt.be)
  • Dental stem cells are a kind of mesenchymal cell that reside within the dental pulp and are classified as postnatal stem cell populations. (prescouter.com)
  • The effect of chemical substances or restorative procedures on dentin and pulp is the result of a complex interaction among many factors such as, health of the underlying pulp, thickness and permeability of the intermediate dentin layer, mechanical injury during tooth preparation, toxicity of the restorative material and microleakage 2 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Reactionary dentin is tubular and relatively similar to secondary dentin in structure, while reparative dentin (also called fibrodentin or even "calcified scar tissue" [ 4 ] is believed to be relatively impermeable, forming a barrier between tubular dentin and pulp tissue. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • The journal follows a fast but robust peer-review process that aims to maintain the International standards in terms of novelty and scientific content. (omicsonline.org)
  • Prompt Acknowledgement after acceptance of article for peer review. (actascientific.com)
  • 2 Andreasen JO, Andreasen FM, Skeie A, Hjorting-Hansen E, Schwartz O. Effect of treatment delay upon pulp and periodontal healing of traumatic dental injuries - a review article. (thieme-connect.com)
  • Guidelines for the evaluation and management of traumatic dental injuries. (thieme-connect.com)
  • Bratteberg M, Thelen DS, Klock KS, Bårdsen A. Traumatic dental injuries-prevalence and severity among 16-year-old pupils in western Norway. (medscape.com)
  • Current trends and future perspectives of dental pulp capping materials: A systematic review. (nih.gov)
  • Earn up to 1/2 Continuing Education Credit after reading this article about pulp capping materials. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • This article takes a look at the advantages and disadvantages of the materials used for pulp capping. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Those of us who have been in practice for more than a few years have recognized the need for, but also the awkwardness of pulp capping materials. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • However, prior to discussing new potential additions to the treatment arsenal, this article will review the ideal properties for a pulp capping material. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Pulp capping promotes the healing of a damaged pulp by creating a barrier over the pulp tissue to allow healing to take place without contamination. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Providing this barrier of protection is one of the key functions required in a pulp capping material. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • 1,2 With this in mind, bioactivity and biocompatibility are additional desirable properties in a pulp capping material. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • The pulp capping agents discussed in this article can be used for indirect and direct pulp caps. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Throughout many decades, calcium hydroxide was the predominant means of pulp capping for both direct and indirect procedures. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • Such tests are conducted by applying a conducting medium (e.g. toothpaste) on a dried tooth and placing the probe tip of an electric pulp tester on the surface of the tooth closest to the pulp horn(s). (wikipedia.org)
  • The use of electric pulp testing has been questioned in patients with traditional cardiac pacemakers despite no evidence of interferences in humans, particularly with more modern devices. (wikipedia.org)
  • Care must be taken if using an electric pulp test on a tooth adjacent to metallic restorations, as these can create electrical conduction and yield false negative results. (wikipedia.org)
  • Electric pulp testing, constant current source. (californiadentalequipment.com)
  • Diagnosis and determination of the most appropriate treatment options are based on adjunctive tests, including response to percussion, thermal stimuli, and electric pulp testing. (medscape.com)
  • Historically, indirect pulp caps have been treated as either 2-step or single-step procedures. (dentalproductsreport.com)
  • There is very low radiation exposure from dental x-rays. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The mechanical causes that may stimulate this response include a tooth fracture with pulpal exposure or loss of a dental restoration. (medscape.com)
  • The present investigation was undertaken on rats to demonstrate the structural changes that took place after the exposure of the gingiva to a dental visible light curing unit. (who.int)
  • The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and fibroblast growth factor (FGF-2) on the revascularization of severed human dental pulps. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Pulp revascularization of an immature permanent tooth is another treatment approach that results in the formation of vital pulpal tissue. (medscape.com)
  • There are three primary outcomes of a pulp sensitivity test: A normal response - healthy pulps respond to sensitivity testing by eliciting a short, sharp pain which subsides when the stimulus is removed, indicating that the nerve fibres are present and responsive. (wikipedia.org)
  • An electrical current can be applied to the tooth in order to generate an action potential in the Type Aδ fibres within pulp, eliciting a neurological response. (wikipedia.org)
  • Each chapter provides an introduction to its major themes for the busy clinician or dental student as well as up-to-date, biologically based clinical recommendations for restorative and endodontic procedures. (tetondata.com)
  • The Temple University Hospital Pediatric Dental Residency Program offers a unique clinical and didactic curriculum. (aapd.org)
  • A review of dental stem cells - where are we now in regards to clinical trials? (prescouter.com)
  • At present, there are two approved clinical trials and one clinical trial protocol related to dental stem cells that have not yet started recruiting. (prescouter.com)
  • TOOTH ( T he O pen study O f dental pulp stem cell T herapy in H umans), a clinical trial protocol, is an open study, phase 1, single-blind clinical trial being conducted by Australian researchers. (prescouter.com)
  • What future clinical applications of dental pulp stem cells await? (prescouter.com)
  • Although clinical trials using dental pulp stem cells for treating human diseases are not very common, preclinical research has broadened the extent of potential clinical applications. (prescouter.com)
  • Acta Scientific Pharmacology (ASPC) is an international, double- blinded peer-reviewed, highly viewed, open access journal with a good impact factor that publishes highly standard scientific information on all aspects of basic research related to the field of pharmacology and Clinical Research. (actascientific.com)
  • The patient was put on antibiotics and review one week after resolution of clinical signs. (bvsalud.org)
  • Yes, in October 2022 CDC released a Health Advisory, Outbreaks of Nontuberculous Mycobacteria Infections Highlight Importance of Maintaining and Monitoring Dental Waterlines to provide information about infections associated with contaminated water used during dental procedures. (cdc.gov)
  • In March 2022, CDC was notified of a new cluster of suspected NTM infections in children following dental procedures at a pediatric dental clinic. (cdc.gov)
  • In contrast to most cases of irreversible pulpitis, the pulp polyp is usually an incidental finding that occasionally mimics reactive and neoplastic diseases of the gingiva and adjacent periodontium. (medscape.com)
  • The resulting gap is then filled with a biocompatible, therapeutic material, which prevents infection and soothes the pulp root. (danielparkdds.com)
  • 9,10 In reported cases, water samples taken from the dental clinics demonstrated levels of bacteria much higher than the recommended levels and reported breakdowns in infection prevention procedures to maintain and monitor dental water quality. (cdc.gov)
  • A root canal procedure is necessary if you are suffering from an infection in the pulp or "pulpit," of your tooth. (ecuadororphans.org)
  • The hyperplastic tissue reaction occurs because the young dental pulp has a rich blood supply and favorable immune response that is more resistant to bacterial infection . (medscape.com)
  • CDC provides guidelines on infection control in dental settings which contain recommendations to treat dental unit waterlines and monitor water quality. (cdc.gov)
  • To date, various studies have reported that cells isolated from the dental pulp of various animals can be induced to differentiate into cells of the odontoblastic phenotype by means of various chemicals, growth factors and signaling molecules both in vitro and in vivo ( reviewed in Nakashima and Akamine, 2005). (ispub.com)
  • Dental stem cells can differentiate into several cell types, such as neurons, adipocytes, and chondrocytes. (prescouter.com)
  • A negative control (sterile water) was pulp of a domestic cat. (cdc.gov)
  • Conventional dental units cannot reliably deliver sterile water even when equipped with independent water reservoirs containing low-microbial or sterile water because the water-bearing pathway cannot be reliably sterilized. (cdc.gov)
  • or sterile water delivery systems that bypass the dental unit by using sterile single-use disposable or sterilizable tubing) should be used to deliver sterile water during surgery. (cdc.gov)
  • Treatment of a pulp polyp in a permanent tooth includes either root canal therapy or extraction of the tooth. (medscape.com)
  • Dental pulp stem cells (DPSC) seem to be the most appropriate cell group for the regenerative approach. (scielo.br)
  • This latest edition comprehensively reviews a broad range of subject matter and introduces stimulating new chapters, such as regenerative endodontics, to its audience. (tetondata.com)
  • Hollow channels scaffold in bone regenerative: A review. (otago.ac.nz)
  • This review describes the basic structure and physiology of the healthy dental pulp and the principles of the initiation and progression of inflammatory reactions in the low-compliance environment of the pulp chamber and root canals. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • Thereafter, dentin formation continues as secondary dentin at much slower rate throughout life, leading to gradual obliteration of the pulp chamber and root canals [ 1 ]. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • it allowed to practice without pain to the pressure opening of the pulp chamber of the mandibular first molar left and facilitate drainage. (bvsalud.org)
  • The pulp polyp, also known as chronic hyperplastic pulpitis or proliferative pulpitis, is an uncommon and specific type of inflammatory hyperplasia that is associated with a nonvital tooth. (medscape.com)
  • Pulpal diseases are broadly divided into reversible and irreversible pulpitis and are based on the ability of the inflamed dental pulp to return to a healthy state once the noxious stimulus has been removed. (medscape.com)
  • Even though dentin is mineralized and the pulp a loose connective tissue, they form a developmentally interdependent and functionally integrated continuum, often referred to as the dentin‐pulp complex, where physiologic and pathologic reactions in one will also affect the other. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • The protocol is investigating the use of dental pulp stem cell therapy for stroke survivors with chronic disability, with the aims of determining the maximum tolerable dose of the cell therapy, and the safety and feasibility for patients with chronic stroke. (prescouter.com)
  • Sensory stimuli, such as heat, cold or an electrical current, are applied to the tooth in question in order to stimulate the nocireceptors within the pulp. (wikipedia.org)
  • The dental pulp may be exposed to several irritants that are potentially noxious to the health and functions of this tissue. (bvsalud.org)
  • Whereas dentin forms the main body of the tooth, providing support to enamel, resilience under occlusal loads, and physical protection of the pulp against microbes and other noxious substances, the pulp tissue readily reacts to the external irritation, initiating and orchestrating the defensive reactions that aim to keep the tooth functional and protect it from microbial invasion. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • Other factors such as positive pulp pressure and osmotic pressure of the gels, and application of heat during bleaching procedure might have influence on the diffusion of peroxides to the pulp 8 . (bvsalud.org)
  • 2 Consult with the dental unit manufacturer for appropriate methods and equipment to maintain the quality of dental water. (cdc.gov)
  • Pulpotomy - If the pulp root remains unaffected by injury or decay, meaning that the problem is isolated in the pulp tip, the pediatric dentist may leave the healthy part alone and only remove the affected pulp and surrounding tooth decay. (danielparkdds.com)
  • The mechanisms of pain and hypersensitivity, as well as the means that the dentin-pulp complex may react to a repeated or persistent pain-producing irritation, are also discussed. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • Tertiary dentin increases the mineralized barrier thickness between external irritation and pulp tissue, aiming to retain the pulp tissue vital and non-infected. (tannlegetidende.no)
  • Dental pulp cells isolated from another 5 human third molars were assayed for their viability, alkaline phosphatase activity, and alizarin red staining in vitro after silencing stably their expression of CD44 by using the short hairpin RNA technique. (ncku.edu.tw)