Pulp Morphology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the dentinopulpal complex ?
A
Dentine + pulp
2
Q
Summarise the structure of pulp
A
- not mineralised
- connective tissue
- highly vascular and highly innervated
3
Q
What happens to the pulp as you age ?
A
- pulp chamber becomes smaller
- root canals become narrower
4
Q
How long does it take for roots to fully form ?
A
When the tooth newly erupts the root is not complete and takes ~ 2-3 years for the root to fully form
5
Q
Why do we need to know about tooth development ?
A
- calcification times - drug avoidance
- completion of root formation - endodontics
6
Q
What are the rules for deciduous dentition eruption times ?
A
- canines erupt out of sequence
- some variation
- lower teeth erupt before upper teeth
7
Q
Which permanent tooth is the first to develop ?
A
permanent first molar - begins to calcify at birth
