An asymptomatic tooth has deep has deep caries on occlusal surface. Radiograph shows radiopaque mass at apex of the tooth: this mass is most likely to be:____________?
Correct answer: C. Condensing Osteitis
- A. Cementoma
- B. Chronic apical periodontitis
- C. Condensing Osteitis
- D. Acute apical periodontitis
Explanation
Condensing osteitis is a localized periapical bone reaction to low-grade pulpal inflammation, commonly beneath a deeply carious tooth, and appears as a radiopaque mass. Cemental lesions are usually associated with vital teeth and have different clinical and radiographic patterns.
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