Journal of Endodontics
Volume 34, Issue 7, Supplement , Pages S13-S17, July 2008

Regenerative Potential of Dental Pulp

  • Martin Trope, DMD

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Abstract 

The regenerative potential of dental pulp, particularly in mature teeth, has been considered extremely limited. However, our improved understanding of pulpal inflammation and repair and improved dental materials and technologies make vital pulp therapy a viable alternative to root canal treatment. This article explores our knowledge in this regard and the future potential of saving or even regenerating the pulp as a routine dental procedure.

Key Words: Pulp, regeneration, revascularization, vital

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 Conflict of Interest: Martin Trope, DMD, reports no financial interests or potential conflicts of interest.This article is being published concurrently in Pediatric Dentistry, May/June 2008; Volume 30, Issue 3. The articles are identical. Either citation can be used when citing this article.

PII: S0099-2399(08)00317-8

doi:10.1016/j.joen.2008.04.001

Journal of Endodontics
Volume 34, Issue 7, Supplement , Pages S13-S17, July 2008

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