Pulp necrosis

Necrotic pulp is a finding in dentistry to describe dental pulp within a tooth which has become necrotic. Directly meaning, death of the pulp. It is a finding of interest to dentists as the process of pulp death may be painful causing a toothache.[1] When it becomes extremely painful and decayed it maybe known as a hot tooth.[1] Local anesthetic may not work as well.[1]

Sequelae of a necrotic pulp include acute apical periodontitis, dental abscess or radicular cyst and discolouration of the tooth.[1]

Tests for a necrotic pulp include: vitality testing using a thermal test or an electric pulp tester. Discolouration may be visually obvious, or more subtle.

Treatment usually involves endodontics or extraction.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "Local Anesthesia Strategies for the Patient With a Hot Tooth" (PDF). endoexperience.com.
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