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# Pulp Necrosis

## Definition

Death of the dental pulp, in which the tissue no longer responds to sensibility tests such as cold or electric pulp testing. It commonly follows untreated irreversible pulpitis or trauma, and may be partial or complete. A necrotic pulp can lead to apical periodontitis if bacteria colonize the canal space.

## Clinical Guides

[Diagnosis & Pulp Classification](https://endo-guide.app/diagnosis)[Endodontic Emergencies](https://endo-guide.app/emergencies)

## Related Terms

[Apical Periodontitis](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/apical-periodontitis)[Vital Pulp Therapy](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/vital-pulp-therapy)[Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl)](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/naocl)[EDTA](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/edta)[Smear Layer](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/smear-layer)[Gutta-Percha](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/gutta-percha)

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