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Is amelogenesis imperfecta an indication for renal examination?
Lindsay Hunter1, Liam D Addy, Jeremy Knox
1Dental Health and Biological Sciences, Cardiff University, Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff, UK. hunterml@cardiff.ac.uk
International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry
|December 22, 2006
Summary
Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI), a hereditary dental enamel condition, can be linked to kidney calcification. Children with this AI subtype require renal ultrasound screening due to potential renal involvement.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Genetics
- Nephrology
Background:
- Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) encompasses hereditary disorders affecting dental enamel quality and quantity.
- This case involves a specific subtype of AI characterized by hypoplasia and delayed permanent tooth eruption.
Observation:
- A patient presented with hypoplastic amelogenesis imperfecta and delayed/failed eruption of permanent teeth.
- Renal calcification was identified as a co-occurring condition in this patient.
Findings:
- The study establishes a correlation between hypoplastic AI with delayed eruption and renal calcification.
- This association highlights a potential systemic manifestation of certain AI subtypes.
Implications:
- Paediatric dentists should consider renal ultrasound screening for children diagnosed with this specific dental phenotype.
- Early detection of renal involvement is crucial for managing potential complications associated with amelogenesis imperfecta.
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