dentinogenesis /den·ti·no·gen·e·sis/ (-jen´ĕ-sis) the formation of dentin.
dentinogenesis
dentinogenesis [den″tĭ-no-jen´ĕ-sis]
dentinogenesis imperfec´ta a hereditary condition marked by imperfect formation and calcification of dentin, giving the teeth a brown or blue opalescent appearance.
den·ti·no·gen·e·sis (d n t -n -jn  -ss)n. The formation of dentin. |
dentinogenesis
[den′tinōjen′əsis]
Etymology: L, dens + Gk, genein, to produce
the formation of the dentin of the teeth. dentinogenic, adj.
dentinogenesis [den″tĭ-no-jen´ĕ-sis]
the formation of dentin.
dentinogenesis imperfec´ta a hereditary disorder of tooth development, transmitted as an autosomal dominant trait, and characterized by discoloration of the teeth, ranging from dusky blue to brownish, poorly formed dentin with an abnormally low mineral content, obliteration of the root canal, and normal enamel. The teeth usually wear down rapidly, leaving short, brown stumps.
dentinogenesis
the formation of dentine.
dentinogenesis imperfecta
disorder of tooth development characterized by discoloration and early wear of all teeth.
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