Which of the following is least mineralized ?

Correct answer: A. Cementoid

  • A. Cementoid
  • B. Incremental line
  • C. Cellular cementum
  • D. Acellular cementumAccess Clinical Journals

Explanation

Cementoid is the newly deposited, unmineralized organic matrix on the cementum surface, so it is less mineralized than cementum or its incremental lines. The incremental lines are usually more highly mineralized than the surrounding cementum.

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