Stellate reticulum

In the modern world, Stellate reticulum occupies an important place in today's society. With the advancement of technology and globalization, Stellate reticulum has become a topic of interest to a wide range of people. From its impact on the economy to its influence on popular culture, Stellate reticulum is a relevant aspect that continues to generate discussions and debates in various areas. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the role of Stellate reticulum in today's society and its unquestionable importance in the modern world.
Stellate reticulum
The cervical loop area: (1) dental follicle cells, (2) dental mesenchyme, (3) odontoblasts, (4) dentin, (5) stellate reticulum, (6) outer enamel epithelium, (7) inner enamel epithelium, (8) ameloblasts, (9) enamel.
Details
LocationDeveloping tooth
Identifiers
Latinreticulum stellatum
Anatomical terminology
Micrograph showing stellate reticulum in an ameloblastoma. H&E stain.

In animal tooth development, the stellate reticulum is a group of cells located in the center of the enamel organ of a developing tooth. These cells are star-shaped (hence stellate) and synthesize glycosaminoglycans. As glycosaminoglycans are produced, water is drawn in between the cells, stretching them apart. As they are moved further away from one another, the stellate reticular cells maintain contact with one another through desmosomes, resulting in their unique appearance. The stellate reticulum is lost after the first layer of enamel is laid down. This brings cells in the inner enamel epithelium closer to blood vessels at the periphery.

References

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  • Ross, Michael H., Gordon I. Kaye, and Wojciech Pawlina. Histology: a text and atlas. 4th edition. 2003. ISBN 0-683-30242-6.