Question 91 · LDEK · Structure of primary teeth

The pulp of deciduous tooth during its development and full formation is characterized by:

1) poor vascularization, a small number of cellular elements;
2) good vascularization, a large number of cellular elements;
3) lack of the subodontoblastic plexus and sensory fibers in the dentinal tubules;
4) greater defense potential compared with a mature tooth;
5) lower defense potential compared with a mature tooth;
6) less intense accumulation of tertiary dentin and a stronger inflammatory response compared with a mature tooth.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,4,6.
  2. B. 2,3,4.
  3. C. 3,4,6.
  4. D. 1,3,5.
  5. E. 2,3,5.
Hint

Distinguish the stages of a primary tooth pulp's life: development and stabilization versus the resorption period, when defence capacity declines.

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