Tooth development and dental anatomy: dental follicle: practice question

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Dentistry · Tooth development and dental anatomy: dental follicle

Sample item

Which structure of the developing tooth gives rise to the cementum, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone?

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The answer and the reasoning

C. Dental follicle

The dental follicle (dental sac) is ectomesenchyme surrounding the enamel organ and papilla. It forms the supporting tissues, whereas the papilla forms dentine and pulp.

Option by option

  • A. Dental papilla

    The papilla forms dentine and pulp.

  • B. Dental lamina

    The dental lamina is an epithelial band that gives rise to tooth buds.

  • C. Dental follicle (correct)

    Correct. The follicle forms the periodontium.

  • D. Enamel organ

    The enamel organ forms enamel.

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What is the answer to this Dentistry question?

The best answer is C, Dental follicle. The dental follicle (dental sac) is ectomesenchyme surrounding the enamel organ and papilla.

Why is "Dental papilla" not the answer?

The papilla forms dentine and pulp.

Why is "Dental lamina" not the answer?

The dental lamina is an epithelial band that gives rise to tooth buds.

Why is "Enamel organ" not the answer?

The enamel organ forms enamel.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Tooth development and dental anatomy: dental follicle in Dentistry. It forms the supporting tissues, whereas the papilla forms dentine and pulp.

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How should I study Tooth development and dental anatomy: dental follicle?

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Is this a real NEET PG question?

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