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During the later stages of tooth development, the stellate reticulum disappears and the enamel organ atrophies to form a thin continuous epithelial layer that invests the tooth crown (left side). The part of the enamel organ facing the root surface disintegrates into separate tiny epithelial nests that remain a life-long component of gingiva and periodontal ligament (right side)
