The cells of the dental pulp which are responsible for the deposition of reparative dentin are_________?
Correct answer: B. Odontoblasts
- A. Osteoblasts
- B. Odontoblasts
- C. Ameloblasts
- D. Osteocytes
Explanation
Reparative dentin is formed by odontoblasts or odontoblast-like cells that arise after pulpal injury. Ameloblasts form enamel, while osteoblasts form bone.
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