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Dental Space Deficiency Syndrome: An Anthropological Perspective.
1Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Periodontics, Georgia Regents University, Augusta, Georgia; Private Practice, Periodontics, Roswell, Georgia.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995)
|March 4, 2017
Summary
A new dental space deficiency syndrome is proposed, linking genetic and functional factors to common oral issues. This condition arises from a three-dimensional discrepancy between shrinking jawbones and genetically determined tooth size.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Anthropology
Background:
- The article introduces a novel concept: dental space deficiency syndrome.
- This syndrome encompasses a range of common dental conditions, including tooth crowding, impactions, and malocclusion relapse.
Observation:
- Clinical features may include gingival recession, rapid alveolar bone resorption after tooth loss, and sleep disorders.
- These oral conditions are observed to be influenced by both genetic predispositions and functional factors.
Findings:
- A key finding is the anthropological-functional observation of shrinking human jaws.
- This leads to a three-dimensional mismatch between genetically determined tooth volume and functionally influenced alveolar bone volume.
Implications:
- The proposed etiology offers a unified explanation for various dental anomalies.
- Understanding this discrepancy is crucial for effective orthodontic treatment and long-term dental health management.
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