Oral Histology MCQs
Oral Histology MCQs are tailored for dentistry students seeking mastery of tooth development and oral tissue structure. These questions focus on enamel formation, dentin-pulp complex, cementum, alveolar bone, and salivary glands. They're excellent for preparation of BDS, MDCAT, and related tests.
Q: Peritubular dentin is most prominent in
A) Deep dentin near pulp
B) Sclerotic dentin
C) Old dentin near enamel
D) Newly erupted teeth
Q: Cementum thickens with age due to
A) Continuous cementoblast activity
B) Enamel deposition
C) Decreased blood flow
D) Pulp regression
Q: The anatomical crown is defined as the portion of the tooth
A) Embedded in bone
B) Covered by enamel
C) Covered by cementum
D) Visible in the mouth
Q: The structure that first indicates tooth development is the
A) Dental lamina
B) Enamel knot
C) Cervical loop
D) Dental sac
Q: The source of cells forming the periodontal ligament is the
A) Dental follicle
B) Outer enamel epithelium
C) Dental papilla
D) Enamel knot