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A 29-year-old patient complains of acute paroxysmal pain in the upper jaw on the left, that gets worse during having cold food and irradiates into the ear and temple. A year ago she experienced intense pain in the 27 the tooth but didn't consult a dentist. Three days ago there was the second attack of pain. Objectively: there is a deep carious cavity in the 27th tooth, interconnecting with the tooth cavity. Probing the open area causes acute pain. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Answer options

  1. Exacerbation of chronic periodontitis
  2. Exacerbation of chronic pulpitis
  3. Acute serous periodontitis
  4. Acute limited pulpitis
  5. Acute diffuse pulpitis
Correct answer

Exacerbation of chronic pulpitis

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