Which of the following periapical conditions is often associated with a vital pulp?

Correct answer: C. Condensing osteitis

  • A. Apical cyst
  • B. Apical scar
  • C. Condensing osteitis
  • D. Chronic apical periodontitis

Explanation

Condensing osteitis is usually associated with pulpal inflammation or necrosis, but the pulp may remain vital, particularly when the irritant is mild or chronic. The other listed periapical lesions are more characteristically linked to a non-vital pulp.

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