HYPOPLASTIC ENAMEL
\hˌa͡ɪpə͡ʊplˈastɪk ɪnˈamə͡l], \hˌaɪpəʊplˈastɪk ɪnˈaməl], \h_ˌaɪ_p_əʊ_p_l_ˈa_s_t_ɪ_k ɪ_n_ˈa_m_əl]\
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A form of AMELOGENESIS IMPERFECTA characterized by incomplete formation of the dental enamel and transmitted as an X-linked or autosomal dominant trait. It is also associated with vitamin A, C, or D deficiency, infectious disease, prematurity, birth injury, Rh incompatibility, trauma, or local infection. Small grooves, pits, and fissures are seen in mild cases, deep horizontal rows of pits in severe cases, or absence of enamel in extreme cases. (Dorland, 27th ed)
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