The dentin adjacent to the dentinoenamel junction is called the______________?
Correct answer: B. Mantle dentin
- A. Circumpulpal dentin
- B. Mantle dentin
- C. Predentin
- D. Secondary dentin
Explanation
Mantle dentin is the outermost dentin layer immediately beneath the dentinoenamel junction. Circumpulpal dentin forms the much thicker inner portion surrounding the pulp.
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