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Aims and objectives

To discuss

• different types of periodontal receptor and their properties

• function of the sensory receptors in the periodontium

• differences in periodontal innervation compared with other sites

Learning outcomes - you should be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of the innervation, projection pathways, and sensory receptor properties in the periodontium by written or diagrammatic explanation

• discuss similarities and differences in skin and periodontal innervation

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