Formation of Cementum Flashcards
1
Q
when does the formation of cementum occur?
A
occurs when HERS disintegrates
2
Q
immature cementoblasts are made by undifferentiated cells. Name the cells
A
dental sac cells and dentin surface
3
Q
the cementoblasts move to cover the root dentin area and undergo cementogenesis, laying down matrix. what kind of matrix?
A
cementum matrix, or cementoid
4
Q
when cementoblasts become entrapped by the cementum they produce and become mature?
A
cementocytes
5
Q
as the cementoid surrounding the cementocytes becomes mineralized, or matured, it is then considered?
A
cementum
