Abstract
Inorganic tooth materials are composed of hydroxyapatite. However, biological apatites contain many trace elements and have different crystallographic properties. Tooth enamel is well crystallized, contrary to poorly crystallized dentin and bone. Magnesium is richer in dentin than in enamel, and especially significantly affects the physicochemical properties of teeth. In general, magnesium decreases the crystallinity of hydroxyapatite and promotes solubility. Magnesium also has important roles in the relationship to cells. Divalent ions, such as magnesium, promote cell adhesion and contribute to the metabolism of hard tissues. This may affect the formation of teeth and be related to regulation during maturation.
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Okazaki, M. (2007). Tooth and Magnesium. In: Nishizawa, Y., Morii, H., Durlach, J. (eds) New Perspectives in Magnesium Research. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84628-483-0_29
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