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Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
Revision as of 00:24, 27 March 2011
, 00:24, 27 March 2011Text replace - "[[Odontoblasts - Anatomy & Physiology|" to "[[Enamel Organ#Odontoblasts|"
===Dentine===
===Dentine===
'''Dentine''' is a calcified, collagen rich matrix. It is synthesised by '''[[Odontoblasts - Anatomy & Physiology|odontoblasts]]'''.
'''Dentine''' is a calcified, collagen rich matrix. It is synthesised by '''[[Enamel Organ#Odontoblasts|odontoblasts]]'''.
'''Secondary dentine''' is produced throughout life and increases with rate of repair. It is darker in colour than '''primary dentine'''.
'''Secondary dentine''' is produced throughout life and increases with rate of repair. It is darker in colour than '''primary dentine'''.
===Pulp===
===Pulp===
Pulp fills the dental cavity. It is a delicate connective tissue bordering the [[Odontoblasts - Anatomy & Physiology|odontoblast]] layer. It is highly vascularised and contains a lymphatic plexus.
Pulp fills the dental cavity. It is a delicate connective tissue bordering the [[Enamel Organ#Odontoblasts|odontoblast]] layer. It is highly vascularised and contains a lymphatic plexus.
Pulp allows pain sensation to thermal, mechanical and chemical stimulants. Most of the nervous supply is sensory, with some vasomotor input.
Pulp allows pain sensation to thermal, mechanical and chemical stimulants. Most of the nervous supply is sensory, with some vasomotor input.