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Pulp and periradicular testing.

Linda Gibson Levin¹

¹University of North Carolina School of Dentistry, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA. levinlg@mac.com

Journal of Endodontics

|February 27, 2013

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Accurate pulp and periradicular testing is vital for diagnosing dental trauma. While current vitality tests are limited, combining them with clinical and radiographic data aids effective treatment planning.

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Dental Traumatology
Diagnostic Imaging
Endodontics

Background:

Pulp and periradicular testing are essential for evaluating and monitoring traumatized teeth.
Accurate diagnosis minimizes dental structure destruction and restores function.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the best available evidence for diagnostic testing of the pulp and periapex in traumatized teeth.
To discuss the accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity of commonly used diagnostic tests.

Main Methods:

Searched five databases for literature on pulpal testing and dental trauma.
Consulted recognized dental textbooks.
Analyzed specificity, sensitivity, and accuracy of common tests.

Main Results:

Current pulp vitality tests are subjective and measure neuronal status, not true viability.
Tests measuring tissue perfusion reflect vitality better but are not commercially available.
Most commonly used pulpal and periradicular tests demonstrate acceptable predictive value.

Conclusions:

Pulpal and periradicular tests in trauma patients should complement clinical and radiographic observations.
Test selection should consider specific patient presentations and influencing factors.
Evidence supports the use of these tests for diagnosis and treatment planning in dental trauma.