Question 5 · LDEK · Pediatric endodontics
Which of the systemic diseases and developmental abnormalities of the teeth may promote inflammation of the pulp?
1) osteogenesis imperfecta;
2) Down syndrome;
3) sickle cell anemia;
4) enamel hypoplasia;
5) dens invaginatus.
The correct answer is:
2) Down syndrome;
3) sickle cell anemia;
4) enamel hypoplasia;
5) dens invaginatus.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2,3.
- B. 1,3,4.
- C. 1,4,5.
- D. 2,3,5.
- E. 3,4,5.
Hint
Consider conditions that either impair pulpal blood supply or give bacteria a shortcut to the pulp through defective or invaginated tissue.
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