Amelogenesis (also known as Amelogeneses): The elaboration of dental enamel by ameloblasts, beginning with its participation in the formation of the dentino-enamel junction to the production of the matrix for the enamel prisms and interprismatic substance. (Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992).

NIH MeSH · D000566Phenomena and Processes

Amelogenesis

Also known asAmelogeneses

Definition

The elaboration of dental enamel by ameloblasts, beginning with its participation in the formation of the dentino-enamel junction to the production of the matrix for the enamel prisms and interprismatic substance. (Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992).

MeSH classification

  • G07.345.500.325.377.750.190

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Common questions about Amelogenesis

What does Amelogenesis mean in medicine?
The elaboration of dental enamel by ameloblasts, beginning with its participation in the formation of the dentino-enamel junction to the production of the matrix for the enamel prisms and interprismatic substance. (Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992). This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Amelogenesis known by any other names?
Yes. Amelogenesis is also referred to as Amelogeneses in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Amelogenesis sit in the medical classification?
Amelogenesis falls under the broader medical category "Phenomena and Processes" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: G07.345.500.325.377.750.190). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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