Excess deposition of calcium in the dentinal tubules is referred to as______________?
Correct answer: B. Sclerotic dentin
- A. Mantal dentin
- B. Sclerotic dentin
- C. Interglobular dentin
- D. Intertubular dentin
Explanation
Sclerotic dentin results when mineral is deposited within and partially or completely occludes dentinal tubules, reducing their permeability. Interglobular dentin instead represents areas of deficient mineralization between calcospherites.
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