Developmental Anatomy studies the process of growth and differentiation of tissues from the embryonic stage onward, including the formation of teeth. This branch focuses on the sequential stages of tooth germ development such as the bud, cap, and bell stages. Understanding these stages is crucial for diagnosing congenital anomalies like tooth agenesis or enamel hypoplasia. Precise knowledge of tooth morphogenesis guides clinicians in managing developmental defects and planning surgical interventions in pediatric patients.

Reference: Oral Histology, B. K. B. Berkovitz, Edition 5.