oral diseases and conditions Flashcards
1
Q
linea alba
A
white keratin line caused by continuous cheek biting over time
2
Q
reversible pulpitis symptoms
A
discomfort to stimulus that lasts seconds
no significant periapical radiographic changes
pain is not spontaneous
3
Q
irreversible pulpitis
A
can be symptomatic or asymptomatic
symptomatic - spontaneous lingering sharp pain , OTC analgesics are ineffective
