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amelogenesis imperfecta

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Main Entry: amelogenesis im·per·fec·ta
Pronunciation: -"im-(")p&r-'fek-t&
Function: noun
: faulty development of tooth enamelthat is genetically determined
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amelogenesis imperfecta amelogenesis im·per·fec·ta (ĭm'pər-fěk'tə)
n.
A hereditary condition in which the dental enamel does not develop properly, often because of insufficient calcification. Also called enamel dysplasia.

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