Exam 11: Periodontium: Periodontal Ligament

The periodontal ligament connects with the gingival tissues.

Cementum is constantly being created as new fibers appear along the root surface.

Name two objects in the periodontal ligament that are phagocytosed by macrophages.

The periodontal ligament is composed of fibers,cells,and ___________.

Which pressure receptors are found in the periodontal ligament?

_______________ is (are)highly cellular,vascular,and neural.

Tooth movement will elicit the ________ of cementum.

___________ stem from monocytes within the blood vascular system.

The width (thickness)of the periodontal ligament increases with age.

Osteoclasts facilitate bone resorption in periodontal disease.

Which gingival fiber group extends between adjacent teeth?