The attached apparatus of tooth is composed of______________?
Correct answer: D. Peridontal ligament the cementum and the alveolar bone
- A. Gingiva, cementum and alveolar bone
- B. Gingiva and cementum
- C. Cementum and periodontal ligament
- D. Peridontal ligament the cementum and the alveolar bone
Explanation
The tooth attachment apparatus consists of cementum, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone; gingiva belongs to the periodontium but is not part of this attachment apparatus. These structures together anchor the tooth to the socket.
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