Question 444 · LDEK · Resorption
This type of resorption is considered to be a physiological process to repair minor damage of the external surface of the root. Sometimes it occurs during orthodontic treatment. It does not give clinical symptoms, most often is invisible on x-ray images. At root surfaces you may see small cavities in the cement, and in the superficial dentine layer, which are being repaired with new cement. What is the name of this type of resorption?
- A. invasive cervical resorption.
- B. inflammatory apical resorption.
- C. external replacement resorption.
- D. physiological resorption.
- E. external surface resorption.
Hint
Think of the mildest, self-limiting form of external root resorption that heals on its own with new cementum.
The answer, the explanation and a note on every option are available once you log in. The account is free: topic tests, a mock exam, mistake review and statistics.
More questions on Conservative dentistry
- Which of the following changes does not occur in aging patients?
- After the rubber dam is applied to the tooth that is going to undergo endodontic treatment, the operating field should be disinfected with the use of:
- Indicate the correct definition of abfraction:
- From the following factors select those which determine the shape of the resistance form obtained during the preparation of a caries cavity for…
- The mechanism of GLUMA desensitizer action is based on:
- The presence of the so-called „cervical burnout” on dental radiographs indicates: