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Cementum formation is seen_______________?

Correct answer: A. After dentin formation

  • A. After dentin formation
  • B. Before dentin formation
  • C. Both are formed at same time
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

Cementum formation follows dentin formation because Hertwig's epithelial root sheath induces peripheral dental papilla cells to become odontoblasts first. Once root dentin is present, dental follicle cells differentiate into cementoblasts.

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