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Amelogenesis imperfecta: Four case reports.

Dhaval N Mehta¹, Jigna Shah, Bhavik Thakkar

¹Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Karnavati School of Dentistry, Uvarsad, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India.

Journal of Natural Science, Biology, and Medicine

|October 2, 2013

Summary

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Amelogenesis Imperfecta (AI) is a genetic condition affecting tooth enamel structure and appearance. This report details four cases of Hypoplastic and Hypomaturation AI, diagnosed via clinical and radiographic examination.

Keywords:

Amelogenesis imperfecta enamel hypoplasia hypoplastic teeth

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Dentistry
Genetics
Oral Biology

Background:

Amelogenesis Imperfecta (AI) encompasses a group of inherited developmental disorders impacting tooth enamel formation.
AI affects the structure and appearance of enamel in all or nearly all teeth uniformly.
This condition significantly compromises oral health-related quality of life and can lead to physiological issues.

Observation:

Four distinct case reports of Amelogenesis Imperfecta are presented.
The cases specifically involve the Hypoplastic and Hypomaturation types of AI.
Diagnosis was established using established clinical and radiographic diagnostic criteria.

Findings:

The presented cases highlight the clinical and radiographic manifestations of Hypoplastic and Hypomaturation Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
Diagnostic confirmation relied on classical features observed during clinical examination and radiographic imaging.
The study underscores the importance of thorough clinical and radiographic assessment for AI diagnosis.

Implications:

Accurate diagnosis of AI is crucial for appropriate patient management and treatment planning.
Understanding the specific AI subtypes aids in predicting disease progression and potential complications.
This case series contributes to the clinical knowledge base for Amelogenesis Imperfecta, aiding dental professionals in diagnosis and care.