Dental pulp cells are specialized cells found within the dental pulp, the soft tissue located in the center of a tooth. These cells play a crucial role in the tooth's health and development, as they are responsible for producing dentin, the hard tissue that forms the bulk of the tooth structure. These cells can also respond to injury or infection by initiating repair processes. They have the ability to differentiate into various cell types, making them important for regenerative dentistry. Research into dental pulp cells is ongoing, focusing on their potential in tissue engineering and tooth regeneration.