The formative cells of which of the following dental tissues disappear once tissue is formed___________?

Correct answer: A. Enamel

  • A. Enamel
  • B. Dentin
  • C. Periodontal ligament
  • D. Cementum

Explanation

Ameloblasts are the formative cells of enamel and disappear after enamel formation. Odontoblasts remain associated with dentin, while cementoblasts and periodontal ligament cells can persist or be replaced.

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