Intermediate cemental layer_____________?
Correct answer: A. All of the above are correct
- A. All of the above are correct
- B. Predominantly seen in apical tow thirds of roots of molars and premolars and is rare in incisors or deciduous teeth
- C. Represents area of entrapment of hertwig's sheath in dentin or cementum
- D. Does not exhibit features of either dentin of cementum
Explanation
The intermediate cemental layer is associated with remnants or entrapment of Hertwig’s epithelial root sheath and lacks the usual features of either dentin or cementum. It is more common in the apical two-thirds of molar and premolar roots, so all three statements are correct.
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