Anatomy & Histology · single question

After a tooth erupts, how long does root formation typically take to complete?

  1. Immediately after eruption
  2. 0–1 year
  3. 2–3 years
  4. 4–5 years
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Correct answer: C. 2–3 years

  • A. INCORRECT. Roots are not complete at eruption. The apex is still open.
  • B. INCORRECT. 0–1 year is too short for full apical closure.
  • C. CORRECT. Root formation generally finishes about 2 to 3 years after eruption.
  • D. INCORRECT. 4–5 years overstates the usual timeline.

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