dentinogenesis imperfecta

dentinogenesis /den·ti·no·gen·e·sis/ (-jen´ĕ-sis) the formation of dentin.

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dentinogenesis imperfec´ta  a hereditary condition marked by imperfect formation and calcification of dentin, giving the teeth a brown or blue opalescent appearance.

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dentinogenesis im·per·fec·ta (mpr-fkt)

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A hereditary defect of dentin formation characterized by a translucent or opalescent color of the teeth, easy fracturing of the enamel, wearing of occlusal surfaces, and staining of exposed dentin. Also called dentinal dysplasia, hereditary opalescent dentin.

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dentinogenesis imperfecta,

1 a genetic disturbance of the dentin, characterized by early calcification of the pulp chambers, marked attrition, and an opalescent hue of the teeth.

2 a localized form of mesodermal dysplasia affecting the dentin of the teeth. It may be hereditary and associated with osteogenesis imperfecta.

3 a genetic condition that produces defective dentin but normal tooth enamel. Also called hereditary opalescent dentin.

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dentinogenesis imperfecta

(den´tinōjen´sis),
n (hereditary opalescent dentin) 1. a disturbance of the dentin of genetic origin; characterized by early calcification of the pulp chambers and root canals, marked attrition, and an opalescent hue to the teeth.
n 2. a localized form of mesodermal dysplasia affecting the dentin of the tooth. It may be hereditary and may be associated with osteogenesis imperfecta.
n 3. a hereditary condition associated with a defect in dentin formation; the enamel remains normal.

Dentinogenesis imperfecta.

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dentinogenesis

the formation of dentine.

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dentinogenesis imperfecta

disorder of tooth development characterized by discoloration and early wear of all teeth.