Internal tooth resorption is the loss of dentin and other tooth tissues from the inside, often triggered by trauma to the tooth but sometimes without any known cause. In some cases, the immune system is thought to trigger osteoclasts to begin attacking the tooth. How would this condition be characterized? O A. This is an allergic reaction. O B. This is an autoimmune condition. O C. This is an opportunistic disease. O D. This is a communicable disease

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Internal tooth resorption is the loss of
dentin and other tooth tissues from the
inside, often triggered by trauma to the
tooth but sometimes without any known
cause. In some cases, the immune system is
thought to trigger osteoclasts to begin
attacking the tooth. How would this
condition be characterized?
O A. This is an allergic reaction.
O B. This is an autoimmune condition.
O C. This is an opportunistic disease.
O D. This is a communicable disease

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