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The most accepted theory of tooth eruption is____________?

Correct answer: C. Periodontal ligament traction theory

  • A. Hydrodynamic theory
  • B. Clone theory
  • C. Periodontal ligament traction theory
  • D. Vascular theory

Explanation

The periodontal ligament traction theory attributes eruption to forces generated by fibroblasts and periodontal ligament fibers pulling the tooth occlusally. Although eruption is now considered multifactorial, this is the conventional most accepted option among those listed.

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