Smulson M H
Dent Clin North Am. 1984 Oct;28(4):699-723.
The purpose of this article has been to review some concepts regarding the histophysiology and histopathology of the pulpodentinal complex and the "language of classification." Although there may not be agreement on the "language" presented here, there can be no disagreement that from a clinical perspective, knowledge and appreciation of the ideas presented can be helpful in determining pathologic presence. In reaching the ultimate clinical decision, the following questions must be answered: Are we dealing with a pulpal disease that is potentially reversible? If treatment is necessary do we treat the pulp or the pulp canal?
本文的目的是回顾一些关于牙髓牙本质复合体的组织生理学和组织病理学以及“分类语言”的概念。尽管对于此处所呈现的“语言”可能存在不同意见，但从临床角度来看，对所阐述观点的了解和认识有助于确定病理状态，这一点是毫无争议的。在做出最终临床决策时，必须回答以下问题：我们面对的是一种潜在可逆转的牙髓疾病吗？如果需要治疗，我们是治疗牙髓还是根管？
