Anatomy

Histological Features Of Dental Pulp Histology of pulp Answer: The pulp consists of 1. Intercellular substances: It is dense and gel-like in nature It is composed principally of glycosaminoglycans, glycoproteins, and water With age its composition changes Functions: It supports the cells Acts as a medium for the transport of nutrients from the … [Read more...] about Histological Features Of Dental Pulp

Cementicles And Cellular Elements Of Dental Pulp Question 1. Cementicles Answer: A canticle is a small, spherical, or ovoid calcified mass embedded within or attached to the cementum layer on the root surface of a tooth or lying free within the periodontal ligament They tend to occur in elderly individuals. Types: There are 3 types: Free cementite - not … [Read more...] about Cementicles And Cellular Elements Of Dental Pulp

Understanding Dental Pulp And Pulp Stones Question 1. Pulp stones. Answer: They are modular, discrete calcified masses appearing in either or both the coronal and root portions of the pulp. They are usually asymptomatic unless they impinge on nerves or blood vessels. Types: True and false pulp stones. Free, attached, and embedded pulp stones Discrete and … [Read more...] about Understanding Dental Pulp And Pulp Stones

Functions Of Dental Pulp And Its Zones Question 1. Zones of pulp. Answer: 1. Odontoblastic zone: It occurs adjacent to the prevention It consists of odontoblasts lining the periphery of the pulp. 2. Cell-free zone of Weil: It is prominent in the coronal pulp. It is a space in which the odontoblast may move pulpward during tooth development and then to a … [Read more...] about Functions Of Dental Pulp And Its Zones

Dental Pulp Aging: Structural And Functional Changes Question 1. Age changes in the pulp. Answer: Reduction in number and size of cells of pulp. Fibrosis of pulp due to increased content of collagen. Change in the morphology of the cell and its organelles appearance of atherosclerotic plaque in pulpal vessels. Calcifications occur in surrounding vessels. Pulp … [Read more...] about Dental Pulp Aging: Structural And Functional Changes