How Inorganic Is Enamel?

Enamel consists of 95% to 98% inorganic and 1% organic substances, with water constituting 1% to 4% of the enamel. Inorganic substances mainly consist of calcium and phosphate ions. These combine to form a high strength hydroxyapatite crystal that allows the enamel to bear high masticatory forces.

Why is enamel considered inorganic?

Only the hardest substance in the human body! Amazingly, our bodies are able to produce something that is almost entirely inorganic: enamel is composed of roughly 96% minerals (primarily calcium phosphate crystals), with water and organic material comprising the rest.

Is tooth enamel inorganic?

Tooth enamel is the most mineralized tissue of human body. Its composition is 96 wt. % inorganic material and 4 wt. % organic material and water.