hy·po·cal·ci·fi·ca·tion (h  p -k ls -f -k  shn)n. Deficient calcification of bone or teeth. |
hypocalcification (hī´pōkal´sifi-kā´sh
n),n a condition with a reduced amount of calcification, especially of enamel. It produces opaque white spots that may be discolored later. See also fluorosis.
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Hypocalcification.
hypocalcification, hereditary enamel,
n a hereditary anomaly of enamel formation affecting the primary and permanent dentition in which the enamel peels off after tooth eruption and exposes dentin, giving the teeth a yellow appearance.
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