The inferior physical properties of Chalky Enamel are due to gaps between the Mineral components

Better understanding of Enamel Microanatomy and Chemical Composition will help D3 Researchers with their battle against Molar Hypomin, as elaborated in the following sections

Want to learn more?

• Scanning Electron Microscopy
• Transmission Electron Microscopy
• Hydroxyapatite, the mineral in Teeth and Bone
• Mike Swain's Group and recent research article

Image Credits

• SEM and TEM images courtesy of Mike Swain
• Enamel Rods graphic, http://www.kck.usm.my/ppsg/histology/E_2.htm
• Tooth Cutaway graphic, http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/healthy-teeth-10/slideshow-enamel-erosion
• Hydroxyapatite graphic, http://www.msm.cam.ac.uk/asg/Members/Helen/helen.html