Mature Enamel Flashcards
1
Q
___% inorganic
___% organic
A
96%
4%
2
Q
What makes up enamel
A
- Hydroxyapatite
- Protein matrix b/w crystals
- Non vital; avascular
- Primary more opaque; whiter
3
Q
Apposition made up of
A
Protein matrix
4
Q
Maturation is done through..
A
Mineralization
5
Q
What cells form enamel
A
Ameloblasts
6
Q
Post eruptive is influenced by..
A
Environment
7
Q
Fluoride adds..
Acidic takes away..
A
Minerals
8
Q
How many Ameloblasts to 1 rod?
A
4:1
9
Q
Origin of enamel
A
Inner enamel epithelium
