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Definitions for amelogenesis imperfecta
amel·o·ge·n·e·sis im·per·fec·ta

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  1. Amelogenesis imperfecta

    Amelogenesis imperfecta presents with abnormal formation of the enamel or external layer of teeth. Enamel is composed mostly of mineral, that is formed and regulated by the proteins in it. Amelogenesis imperfecta is due to the malfunction of the proteins in the enamel: ameloblastin, enamelin, tuftelin and amelogenin. People afflicted with amelogenesis imperfecta have teeth with abnormal color: yellow, brown or grey. The teeth have a higher risk for dental cavities and are hypersensitive to temperature changes. This disorder can afflict any number of teeth.

U.S. National Library of Medicine

  1. Amelogenesis Imperfecta

    A clinically and genetically heterogeneous group of hereditary conditions characterized by malformed DENTAL ENAMEL, usually involving DENTAL ENAMEL HYPOPLASIA and/or TOOTH HYPOMINERALIZATION.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of amelogenesis imperfecta in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of amelogenesis imperfecta in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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