Periodontal fibres joining cemental surface of one tooth, to cemental surface of adjacent tooth are called____________?

Correct answer: D. Transseptal fibres

  • A. Gingivodental
  • B. Cemental fibres
  • C. Horizontal fibres
  • D. Transseptal fibres

Explanation

Transseptal fibres run from the cementum of one tooth across the interdental septum to the cementum of the adjacent tooth, helping maintain tooth alignment. Horizontal fibres instead extend from cementum directly toward the alveolar bone.

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