The dentin receptors are unique because_____________?
Correct answer: D. Elicit only pain as a response
- A. They elicit pain to hot and cold
- B. They elicit pain to touch and pressure
- C. They elicit pain to chemicals
- D. Elicit only pain as a response
Explanation
Dentin sensitivity is unusual because different stimuli applied to dentin are perceived mainly as pain rather than as distinct sensations such as touch or temperature. This is explained by pulpal nerve activation, especially through fluid movement in dentinal tubules.
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