14 Questions
Which painful symptom can arise from hypersensitivity due to exposed root dentine?
Toothache
What condition can develop if the den ne is exposed?
Cervical caries
Which of the following is NOT a principal fiber of the periodontal ligament?
Horizontal fibers
In which part of the tooth can rapid dissolution occur if the den ne is exposed?
Cementum
What condition can develop due to the rapid dissolution of cementum?
Cervical caries
What cellular structures are responsible for resorption in the roots?
Odontoclasts
Which of the following factors can lead to localized areas of resorption in roots?
Trauma and pressure
In the context of resorption, what is the term used to describe the process of eating the tissue?
Digestion
Which cells may reach and denude dentine during the process of resorption in roots?
Odontoblasts
What can happen if resorption in roots reaches a denuded state?
Could be serious
Which structure is prone to being easily removed by abrasion when there is recession?
Cementum
What is the primary reason for the vulnerability of exposed root dentine to abrasion?
Low mineral content
Which of the following tissues provides relative softness in the exposed root area?
Dentin
What is the role of cementum in relation to resorption and repair processes in the tooth structure?
Inhibits resorption
Learn about the exposed root denne, its relative softness with cementum, and the risks associated with its thinness cervically leading to potential abrasion and recession.
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