Cementicle
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cementicle-195-9323838
title:
Cementicle
text:
A cementicle is a small, spherical or ovoid calcified mass embedded within or attached to the cementum layer on the root surface of a tooth, or lying free within the periodontal ligament. They tend to occur in elderly individuals. There are 3 types: Free cementicle – not attached to cementum
Attached (sessile) cementicle – attached to the cementum surface
Embedded (interstitial) cementicle – with advancing age the cementum thickens, and the cementicle may become incorporated into the cementum la
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Medical condition
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cementicle
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date modified:
2019-02-14T03:11:57Z
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