Question 249 · LDEK · Developmental disorders of teeth
The Carabelli cusp (trait) is caused by a developmental disturbance during the stage of:
- A. histologic differentiation.
- B. morphologic differentiation.
- C. matrix formation.
- D. calcification.
- E. A and B are correct.
Hint
The Carabelli trait is a variation in crown form; ask which developmental stage determines the shape of the crown.
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