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Amelogenesis Imperfecta; Genes, Proteins, and Pathways
26 Jun 2017
Abstract excerpt
Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) is the name given to a heterogeneous group of conditions characterised by inherited developmental enamel defects. AI enamel is abnormally thin, soft, fragile, pitted and/or badly discoloured, with poor function and aesthetics, causing patients problems such as early tooth loss, severe embarrassment, eating difficulties and pain. It was first described separately from diseases of...
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