Histology--Developmental Abnormalities of the Teeth Flashcards
1
Q
the process of tooth development is called?
A
odontogenesis
2
Q
odontogenisis begins during what week in utero?
A
5th week
3
Q
involves what two tissues?
A
ectoderm and mesenchyme
4
Q
ectoderm and mesenchyme arise from?
A
neural crest cells
5
Q
tooth germ consists of?
A
- enamel organ (ectoderm)
- dental papilla
- dental sac (mesenchyme)
6
Q
what stages of development
A
- initiation
- proliferation
- differentiation
7
Q
this is a sensitive process and can be disrupted causing?
A
abnormalities to occur
