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Generalized hypercementosis.

A S Leider, V E Garbarino

    Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
    |March 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary

    This case study details an extensive instance of generalized hypercementosis in an elderly female patient. The report reviews potential causes, including genetics and chronic infections, for this rare dental condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dentistry
    • Oral Pathology

    Background:

    • Generalized hypercementosis is a rare condition characterized by excessive cementum deposition on tooth roots.
    • Understanding its etiology is crucial for diagnosis and management.

    Observation:

    • A case of an elderly female patient with a long-standing, extensive history of generalized hypercementosis is presented.
    • This presentation appears to be one of the most severe reported in the literature.

    Findings:

    • The extensive nature of the hypercementosis in this patient is highlighted.
    • Potential contributing factors such as heredity, systemic diseases, chronic periapical infections, and abnormal occlusal trauma are discussed.

    Implications:

    • This case contributes to the understanding of the spectrum and potential etiologies of generalized hypercementosis.
    • Further research into the multifactorial causes of this condition is warranted.