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[SEM study and clinical observations of "Turner teeth"]
1Funktionsbereich Endodontie, Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen.
Deutsche Zeitschrift Fur Mund-, Kiefer- Und Gesichts-Chirurgie
|September 1, 1990
Summary
Scanning electron microscopy revealed developmental enamel defects in Turner teeth, including pits and craters. Some enamel prisms showed normal structure despite underlying mineralization issues.
Area of Science:
- Dental science
- Developmental biology
- Microscopy
Context:
- Turner teeth, a form of dental fluorosis, exhibit unique enamel alterations.
- Understanding these structural anomalies is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
Purpose:
- To investigate the microstructural characteristics of Turner teeth using scanning electron microscopy.
- To identify and describe specific enamel developmental disorders present in affected teeth.
Summary:
- Scanning electron microscopy revealed significant enamel surface defects in Turner teeth, including bowl-shaped pits, Tomes' process pits, and enamel craters.
- Fractured surfaces showed localized areas of pathological enamel with atypical arrangement and poor mineralization of enamel rods.
- Interestingly, enamel prisms formed later by the same ameloblasts often displayed normal structures, suggesting a dynamic process during development.
Impact:
- Provides detailed microstructural insights into Turner teeth enamel defects.
- Contributes to the understanding of enamel formation and mineralization disorders.
- May aid in differentiating Turner teeth from other enamel hypoplasias.