Pulp Anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
Functions of pulp
A
- Support/maintenance of coronal dentin
- Sensory
- Nutritional
- Protective (undifferentiated mesenchymal cells, fibroblasts)
2
Q
Coronal pulp shadows
A
Tooth shape. 6 sided- apical, occlusal, diminish first
3
Q
Radicular pulp continues with..
A
Periapical tissue, tubular in shape
4
Q
Pulp horns
A
Occlusal most extent of the pulp
5
Q
Origin of pulp
A
Inner cells of dental papilla