Odontogenic

Odontogenic is an adjective formed from the word “odonto-” (from the Greek odonto - tooth) and the suffix “-gene” (from the Greek -genes - generated).

Odontogenic literally means "tooth-generated" and is used to describe processes, structures, or diseases associated with tooth development.

For example, odontogenic cysts are cysts that develop from tooth germs. Odontogenic tumors are tumors arising from dental tissues.

The term "odontogenic" is widely used in dentistry, oral surgery and other medical fields related to the treatment and study of teeth and jaws. It indicates the connection of a particular pathological process or anatomical structure with the development and structure of teeth.