Question 159 · LDEK · Immature permanent teeth
Which of the following is a result of apexogenesis?
1) regular root length;
2) normal thickness of root dentin;
3) open root apex, with point resistance felt while introducing the file into the root canal;
4) thin layer of root dentine;
5) physiological closure of the root apex;
6) closure of the root apex without constriction of the root canal.
The correct answer is:
2) normal thickness of root dentin;
3) open root apex, with point resistance felt while introducing the file into the root canal;
4) thin layer of root dentine;
5) physiological closure of the root apex;
6) closure of the root apex without constriction of the root canal.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2,3.
- B. 1,2,5.
- C. 1,4,5.
- D. 1,3,6.
- E. 1,4,6.
Hint
Apexogenesis keeps the pulp alive so the root continues its normal development; compare this with the outcome of apexification.
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