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Understanding Cementum in Dentistry by Bahia A Rahman is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Cementum is the thin calcified tissue that covers the tooth root. It is softer than enamel and dentin. Cementum has several functions including anchoring the tooth to bone via collagen fibers. It also plays important adaptive and repair roles. Cementum is classified based on location, cellular structure, collagen presence, and fiber origin. Cementum can exhibit anomalies such as hypercementosis which is abnormal thickening, or cementomas which are benign tumors. Cementum can undergo resorption and repair du
- Author
- Bahia A Rahman
- Language
- EN