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Developmental and Acquired Abnormalities of the Teeth
Abeer AlHadidi1, Phoebe Pui Ying Lam2, Yazan Hassona3
1Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology, and Medicine, NYU College of Dentistry, 345 East 24th Street, New York, NY 10010, USA; School of Dentistry, The University of Jordan, Queen Rania Street, Amman, Jordan 11942.
Dental Clinics of North America
|February 28, 2024
Summary
This review details common dental abnormalities like caries and congenital anomalies. Diagnostic imaging is crucial for identifying and managing these tooth conditions effectively.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Radiology
Background:
- Dental abnormalities encompass a wide spectrum of developmental and acquired conditions affecting teeth.
- Common issues include dental caries, tooth resorptive lesions, and congenital anomalies impacting number, size, form, and structure.
- Accurate diagnosis is essential for effective patient management and treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of prevalent developmental and acquired dental abnormalities.
- To emphasize the role of diagnostic imaging in the identification and management of these dental conditions.
- To serve as a resource for clinicians and researchers in understanding and addressing dental anomalies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on common dental abnormalities.
- Analysis of diagnostic imaging modalities used in dentistry.
- Synthesis of information on caries, resorptive lesions, and congenital anomalies.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of various dental abnormalities, categorizing them by origin (developmental vs. acquired).
- Emphasis on the diagnostic utility of imaging techniques like radiography and CBCT in detecting subtle and complex dental anomalies.
- Identification of key features for differentiating various conditions.
Conclusions:
- Dental abnormalities are common and varied, requiring careful diagnosis.
- Diagnostic imaging plays a pivotal role in the accurate identification and effective management of dental abnormalities.
- Further research into advanced imaging techniques can improve diagnostic capabilities.
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