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Regional Odontodysplasia in Primary Teeth: A Case Report
Thaís Kaline O Souza1, Annelyze P Kloster2, Luiz E Volpato3,4
1Pediatric Dentistry, Private Practice, Peixoto de Azevedo, BRA.
Cureus
|July 2, 2025
Summary
Regional odontodysplasia (RO) is a rare condition affecting primary teeth development, causing "ghost teeth." Early diagnosis and conservative management are key for maintaining oral health and monitoring permanent teeth.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Regional odontodysplasia (RO) is a rare developmental anomaly impacting tooth formation.
- It leads to hypocalcified, hypoplastic teeth with characteristic "ghost teeth" radiographic appearance.
- RO can affect primary or permanent dentition, presenting diagnostic challenges.
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