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Līna Petrova1,2, Jūlija Ustiča2, Ingrīda Čēma3
1Faculty of Dentistry, Rīga Stradiņš University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia.
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|April 24, 2026
Summary
Dentinogenesis imperfecta, a hereditary tooth disorder, can present asymptomatically. Early diagnosis and individualized management are crucial for preserving tooth structure and function in children.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Genetics
- Oral Pathology
Background:
- Dentinogenesis imperfecta (DI) is a hereditary dentin disorder affecting tooth structure, esthetics, and function.
- Limited evidence exists on optimal management and long-term outcomes for DI in primary dentition.
- DI diagnosis relies on clinical, radiographic, and family history.
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