What is the soft tissue inside the tooth called?

• A. Dentin
• B. Enamel
• C. Cementum
• D. Pulp

Answer: (D)

The soft tissue inside the tooth is called the pulp. It sits in the central pulp chamber of the crown and continues down into the root canals. The pulp contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the tooth and provide sensation. The other terms describe hard tissues: enamel forms the tough outer layer of the crown, dentin lies beneath enamel forming most of the tooth structure, and cementum covers the root to anchor the tooth in place. Because the pulp is soft tissue, it’s the living part that can become inflamed or infected, which is why dental procedures often target the pulp when there’s decay or injury.