A dental pulp is the soft tissue inside the center of a tooth, containing nerves and blood vessels that run down the roots. Once a tooth has fully developed, these nerves serve only a sensory function—detecting temperature changes in foods and beverages. Their absence does not impact the tooth’s ability to function.
When the pulp becomes damaged, it begins to break down, leading to bacterial growth inside the chamber. This can result in infection or an abscessed tooth, which, if untreated, may spread to other areas of the mouth, face, neck, or even the bones. Root canal treatment removes the infected pulp to prevent further complications.
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