Kallikrein-Related Peptidase-4 (KLK4): Role in Enamel Formation and Revelations from Ablated Mice

Enamel development occurs in stages. During the secretory stage, a soft protein rich enamel layer is produced that expands to reach its final thickness. During the maturation stage, proteins are removed and the enamel matures into the hardest substance in the body. KLK4 is expressed during the trans...

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Main Authors: John D Bartlett, James P. Simmer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2014-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Physiology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fphys.2014.00240/full