Inner enamel epithelium
Inner Enamel Epithelium
The Inner Enamel Epithelium (pronunciation: /ˈɪnər ˈɛnəməl ɛpɪˈθiːliəm/) is a component of the enamel organ that plays a crucial role in tooth development.
Etymology
The term "Inner Enamel Epithelium" is derived from the Latin words 'intus' meaning 'within', 'enamelum' meaning 'enamel', and 'epithelium' from the Greek 'epi' meaning 'upon' and 'thelē' meaning 'nipple'. It refers to the layer of cells that are responsible for the formation of enamel, the hard, outer layer of the tooth.
Function
The Inner Enamel Epithelium is responsible for the formation of enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. These cells differentiate into ameloblasts, which secrete enamel proteins during the process of amelogenesis.
Related Terms
- Enamel organ: The part of a developing tooth that is responsible for the formation of enamel.
- Ameloblasts: Cells that produce enamel during tooth development.
- Amelogenesis: The process of enamel formation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inner enamel epithelium
- Wikipedia's article - Inner enamel epithelium
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