Exam 12: Periodontium: Alveolar Process and Cementum

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Cementum is more susceptible to resorption than bone.Researchers believe that nutritive vascular and neural supplies in cementum are responsible for this increased susceptibility.

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Question 21

The size difference between a primary tooth its permanent successor is the leeway space.

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Question 22

Once formed,fibers attached to the cementum cannot change.

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Question 23

Explain the diagnostic significance of the lamina dura.

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Question 24

Aged alveolar bone lacunae are filled with cementocytes.

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Question 25

When teeth are moved,all parts of the suspensory apparatus must move simultaneously.

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Question 26

penetrate haversian canals at right angles to form a nutrient network.

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Question 27

The alveolar process supports the roots of the teeth.

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Question 28

The lamina dura is less dense than the adjacent cancellous bone.

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Question 29

Which best defines dehiscence?

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Question 30

Which bone is regularly penetrated by collagen fiber bundles?

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Cementum is more susceptible to resorption than bone.Researchers believe that nutritive vascular and neural supplies in cementum are responsible for this increased susceptibility.

The size difference between a primary tooth its permanent successor is the leeway space.

Once formed,fibers attached to the cementum cannot change.

Explain the diagnostic significance of the lamina dura.

Aged alveolar bone lacunae are filled with cementocytes.

When teeth are moved,all parts of the suspensory apparatus must move simultaneously.

penetrate haversian canals at right angles to form a nutrient network.

The alveolar process supports the roots of the teeth.

The lamina dura is less dense than the adjacent cancellous bone.

Which best defines dehiscence?

Which bone is regularly penetrated by collagen fiber bundles?

Development and Structure of Cells and Tissues

Structure and Function of Cells, Tissues, and Organs

Development of the Oral Facial Region

Development of the Face and Palate

Development of Teeth

Eruption and Shedding of the Teeth

Enamel

Dentin

Dental Pulp

Cementum

Periodontium: Periodontal Ligament

Temporomandibular Joint

Oral Mucosa

Salivary Glands and Tonsils

Biofilms

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Exam 12: Periodontium: Alveolar Process and Cementum

Cementum is more susceptible to resorption than bone.Researchers believe that nutritive vascular and neural supplies in cementum are responsible for this increased susceptibility.

The size difference between a primary tooth its permanent successor is the leeway space.

Once formed,fibers attached to the cementum cannot change.

Explain the diagnostic significance of the lamina dura.

Aged alveolar bone lacunae are filled with cementocytes.

When teeth are moved,all parts of the suspensory apparatus must move simultaneously.

______ ______ penetrate haversian canals at right angles to form a nutrient network.

The alveolar process supports the roots of the teeth.

The lamina dura is less dense than the adjacent cancellous bone.

Which best defines dehiscence?

Which bone is regularly penetrated by collagen fiber bundles?

Development and Structure of Cells and Tissues

Structure and Function of Cells, Tissues, and Organs

Development of the Oral Facial Region

Development of the Face and Palate

Development of Teeth

Eruption and Shedding of the Teeth

Enamel

Dentin

Dental Pulp

Cementum

Periodontium: Periodontal Ligament

Temporomandibular Joint

Oral Mucosa

Salivary Glands and Tonsils

Biofilms

Filters

penetrate haversian canals at right angles to form a nutrient network.