How does the pulp heal?

Dental pulp heals through a process called reparative dentinogenesis, where the pulp's odontoblasts (dentin-forming cells) respond to injury or inflammation by producing new dentin. This helps to protect the pulp from further damage and infection. Additionally, inflammatory mediators stimulate the immune response, which aids in healing by promoting blood flow and attracting immune cells to the area. However, the pulp's healing capacity is limited, and severe damage may lead to pulp necrosis.