Cementum formation is seen_______________?
Correct answer: B. After dentin formation
- A. Before dentin formation
- B. After 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.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? [email protected]
Practise Cementum and Periodontium
82 free Cementum and Periodontium MCQs from Oral Histology, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Oral Histology questions like this
Oral Histology is on this paper prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for it.
More Cementum and Periodontium questions
Cementum_____________?
Butt joint in cementoenamel junctions seen is _________% of cases?
At the cemento enamel junction, which of the following occurs_____________?
The major cells seen in gingiva are______________?
The anatomic crown is shorter than the clinical crown of a tooth in which of the following instances___________________?
Bulk of lamina propria of the gingiva is made of collagen type_______________?