Dental/Tooth Development Flashcards
1
Q
Which embryonic layer is ENAMEL formation derived from?
A
Ectoderm
2
Q
Which parts of the teeth does ECTOMESENCHYME produce?
A
Everything except enamel including supporting structures
3
Q
What is the neural crest?
A
a cell type which forms between ectoderm and neural tube (also called ectomesenchyme)
4
Q
What are the stages in tooth development in order?
A
Dental lamina -> Bud stage -> Cap stage -> Bell stage -> Tooth erupts
