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Multiple dens invaginatus in two brothers

M T Hosey1, R Bedi

  • 1Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry, University of Birmingham, England.

Endodontics & Dental Traumatology
|February 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Dens invaginatus, a tooth developmental anomaly, often affects upper incisors. This case highlights the need to examine both upper and lower incisors, and family members, for this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Developmental Biology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Dens invaginatus is a rare developmental anomaly of tooth formation.
  • It results from invagination of the inner enamel epithelium during tooth development.
  • Maxillary lateral incisors are most commonly affected.

Observation:

  • The case presents a patient with dens invaginatus.
  • The anomaly was observed in both maxillary and mandibular incisors.
  • Family history was also considered.

Findings:

  • This case underscores the importance of a comprehensive dental examination.
  • It emphasizes examining all incisors (maxillary and mandibular) for dens invaginatus.
  • The familial occurrence of this dental anomaly is noted.

Implications:

  • Early and thorough diagnosis of dens invaginatus is crucial for effective management.
  • Genetic counseling may be beneficial for affected families.
  • Further research into the genetic basis of dens invaginatus is warranted.

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