Development of supporting tissues of the tooth is initiated by____________?
Correct answer: B. Cells of dental follicle
- A. Cells of odontogenic layer
- B. Cells of dental follicle
- C. Cementoblasts
- D. Cells of the gingiva
Explanation
The dental follicle, or dental sac, is the ectomesenchymal tissue surrounding the developing tooth germ and gives rise to cementum, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone. The other listed cell groups do not initiate development of all supporting tissues.
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