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cementum Covers the root of the tooth. The primary function for the cementum is to anchor the tooth to the bony socket with the attachments of the priodontal ligaments.

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The function of cementum on teeth?

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What is the main function of the cementum?

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What are the functions of cementum?

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What is the cause of cementum?

Cementum is a specialized calcified tissue that forms the outer covering of tooth roots. It is produced by cementoblasts, which are cells derived from the dental follicle during tooth development. The primary function of cementum is to anchor the periodontal ligament fibers, helping to secure the tooth within the alveolar bone. Additionally, cementum plays a role in tooth repair and adaptation to occlusal forces.


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The main difference between cellular and a cellular cementum is that cellular cementum contains cementocytes, while a cellular cementum does not contain any active cells and can not regenerate.


What is the thin hard covering of the root of a tooth?

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What is the tooths structure?

Cementum.


Cementum in human teeth?

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What is the softest tooth structure?

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What is the area on the tooth where the cementum meets the enamel?

The area of the tooth where the cementum meets the enamel is called the cementoenamel junction or CEJ for short.


What attaches the tooth to the periodontal membrane?

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