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The threshold values of developing teeth were determined for two commonly used electrometric pulp testers (Siemens Sirotest and Bofors Pulp Tester) and a new thermal test based on carbon dioxide snow (Odontotest). The teeth examined were divided into 7 stages according to maturation status. This study showed that teeth in Stages 3-5, i.e. until completion of root formation, show an increased electrometric threshold value. The Siemens tester appeared to be equal to the Bofors tester with regard to reliability. The Odontotest was the most reliable method examined, giving a consistent positive response in all examined teeth.
FULLING et al. (Fri,) studied this question.