The Rounded Protuberances on the Incisal Edge of a Newly

question 6

Multiple Choice

The rounded protuberances on the incisal edge of a newly erupted incisor are called

• A) Mamelons
• B) Developmental grooves
• C) Cusp tips
• D) Tooth buds
• E) Attrition

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