Early lesions of cemento-osseous dysplasia often mimic periapical pathology. The difference is that in cemento-osseous dysplasia:

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In cemento-osseous dysplasia, the teeth are vital, unlike in periapical pathology where dental abscess can occur. Osteomyelitis is also a possible complication of periapical pathology, while ankylosis is not a prominent feature of cemento-osseous dysplasia. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Early Lesions of Cemento-Osseous Dysplasia Often Mimic Periapical Pathology