Osteoblasts are distinct from other bone cells such as osteocytes and osteoclasts. While osteoblasts are involved in bone formation, osteoclasts are responsible for bone resorption. Osteocytes, on the other hand, are mature bone cells that originate from osteoblasts and become embedded within the bone matrix. Osteocytes help maintain the bone matrix and communicate with other bone cells to regulate bone metabolism.
