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Pulp-dentin biology in restorative dentistry. Part 1: normal structure and physiology
I A Mjör1, O B Sveen, K J Heyeraas
1Department of Operative Dentistry, University of Florida, College of Dentistry, Gainesville, USA. imjor@niom.no
Quintessence International (Berlin, Germany : 1985)
|August 9, 2001
Summary
This review focuses on the normal structure and physiology of dental pulp and dentin. Understanding these tissues is key to predicting and managing clinical treatment responses.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Biology
- Dental Pulp and Dentin Structure
Background:
- Extensive research exists on dental pulp and dentin structure and function.
- Clinical implications of this knowledge are significant for dental treatments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review normal dental pulp and dentin structure and physiology.
- To highlight aspects relevant to tissue reactions during clinical treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on normal pulp and dentin structure and physiology.
- Selection of information with direct clinical relevance to tissue responses.
Main Results:
- Detailed examination of specific normal structures within the dental pulp and dentin.
- Emphasis on structures likely to elicit tissue reactions during dental procedures.
Conclusions:
- A foundational understanding of dental pulp and dentin is crucial for interpreting clinical outcomes.
- This review serves as an introduction to the series, emphasizing clinically relevant normal tissue characteristics.