The ENAM gene provides instructions for making a protein called enamelin, which is essential for normal tooth development. Enamelin is involved in the formation of enamel, which is the hard, white material that forms the protective outer layer of each tooth. Enamel is composed mainly of mineral crystals. These microscopic crystals are organized in a way that gives enamel strength and durability. Enamelin likely plays a key role in the formation and growth of crystals in the developing enamel.
Other Names
ADAI; AIH2; ENAM_HUMAN
Related Genetics Topics
Identifiers
- NCBI Gene: 10117
- OMIM: 606585
Source: MedlinePlus Genetics, U.S. National Library of Medicine.
