Mirgration of odontoblasts into dentinal tubules occurs during ________________?

Correct answer: A. Cavity preparation

  • A. Cavity preparation
  • B. Dehydration
  • C. Water irrigation
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

During cavity preparation, pressure changes and drying can cause odontoblasts or their processes to be displaced into dentinal tubules, a phenomenon called odontoblast aspiration. Dehydration can contribute to it, but cavity preparation is the stated clinical setting.

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