Martin Brannstrom’s Hydrodynamic Theory of Dentinal Pain
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Now almost 40 years after it was originally published, Brannstrom’s paper about The Hydrodynamic Theory of Dentinal Pain can be renamed The Hydrodynamic Source of Dentinal Pain. Understanding how pulpal fluid creates the sensation of pain in teeth with cracks and gaps is the first step to diagnosing them in patients. In this episode, Dr. David Alleman discusses Brannstrom’s research and practical applications for dentists.
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Referenced article: Brannstrom M. The hydrodynamic theory of dentinal pain: sensation in preparations, caries, and the dentinal crack syndrome. Journal of Endodontics. 1986;12(10):453-457
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