Author Question: Electric pulp testing measures the degree of tooth vitality. a. True b. False Indicate whether the ... (Read 75 times)

tingc95

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Electric pulp testing measures the degree of tooth vitality.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

If heat is applied to the tooth and pain decreases, there is a chance of irreversible pulpitis.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false



Bsand8

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Answer to Question 1

False
RATIONALE: Electric pulp testing indicates whether the tooth is vital or nonvital; it does not measure the degree of tooth vitality.

Answer to Question 2

False
RATIONALE: If heat is applied to the tooth and pain increases and lasts, there is a chance of irreversible pulpitis.



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