Ameloblast

An ameloblast is a specialized cell that produces tooth enamel. Ameloblasts are located on the outer surface of the tooth germ and produce a protein base into which hydroxyapatite crystals are embedded, forming hard tooth enamel. After completion of the mineralization process, ameloblasts undergo reverse development and disappear immediately before teeth eruption.

Ameloblastoma is a rare benign tumor of the jaws that develops from the remains of ameloblasts. Tumor cells morphologically resemble ameloblasts, but do not produce tooth enamel. Ameloblastoma was previously called adamantinoma because it was thought to have a consistency as hard as tooth enamel. However, this is not true, so the term adamantinoma is not currently used. Ameloblastoma grows slowly, but has a high probability of recurrence, and therefore requires radical surgical treatment.

Ameloblastomas are cells that form tooth enamel and disappear immediately before tooth eruption. They are part of the dental tissue and play an important role in the formation and protection of teeth.

However, if ameloblasts begin to grow and multiply uncontrollably, it can lead to the formation of ameloblastomas. Ameloblastomas are localized malignant tumors of the jaw that develop from ameloblastic cells. Even though tumor cells do not contain enamel, they can still produce hard and opaque tissue, making them look like enamel.

Treatment for ameloblastomas can be surgical or radiation, depending on the size and location of the tumor. In some cases, it may be necessary to remove the affected tooth to prevent the tumor from spreading to adjacent teeth and tissue.

It is important to remember that ameloblastoma must be treated as soon as possible, as it can lead to serious consequences for the patient's health. If you have any symptoms associated with these tumors, it is recommended that you see your dentist for diagnosis and treatment.