Aging process affects pulp tissue by_____________?

Correct answer: A. Decreasing the size and shape of pulp tissue and cellular component

  • A. Decreasing the size and shape of pulp tissue and cellular component
  • B. Increase cellular component at the expenses of fibre component
  • C. Increases vascularity of the pulp
  • D. Decrease the calcific component of the pulp

Explanation

With age, the pulp space becomes smaller and the tissue shows reduced cellularity, increased fibrosis and more calcifications. Vascularity generally decreases rather than increases.

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