The type of tertiary dentin which contains cellular inclusions is found in_____________?

Correct answer: D. Osteodentin

  • A. Sclerotic dentin
  • B. Mantle dentin
  • C. Predentin
  • D. Osteodentin

Explanation

Osteodentin is an irregular form of tertiary dentin containing trapped cells within its matrix, resembling bone. Sclerotic dentin, mantle dentin, and predentin do not characteristically contain such cellular inclusions.

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