Cementum is an important calcified tissue, which covers the root surface.1It is one of the tissues of the periodontium, which is responsible for the the normal development and functioning of the tooth.2It is responsible for maintenance of the tooth integrity and provides adequate support, and also provides adaptive and reparative functions. This tissue shares some similarity with the alveolar bone.3The junctions of this tissue such as cemento-dentinal and cemento-enamel junctions, play their significant role in the diagnosis and management of dental surface defects.4
Cementum helps in the estimation of age and also acts as a significant marker of lifestyle events.5,6 Hence, acquiring the knowledge of the structure, composition and functions of cementum, helps in applying appropriate therapeutic strategies.3
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