Regional odontodysplasia: a case report

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Oral Pathology
• Developmental Biology

Background:

• Regional odontodysplasia is a rare developmental anomaly affecting tooth formation.
• This condition presents with significant alterations in tooth structure and morphology.
• Early diagnosis and understanding of ultrastructural changes are crucial for management.

Observation:

• A case of regional odontodysplasia in the mixed dentition affecting the upper right quadrant is presented.
• The affected upper right first primary molar was extracted due to a periapical abscess.
• Scanning electron microscopy was utilized to examine the ultrastructural features of the extracted tooth.

Findings:

• The study details the clinical presentation of regional odontodysplasia.
• Ultrastructural analysis provides insights into the microscopic changes associated with the anomaly.
• A review of existing literature on odontodysplasia cases is included.

Implications:

• Enhanced understanding of the clinical and ultrastructural characteristics of regional odontodysplasia.
• Provides a basis for improved diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies.
• Contributes to the collective knowledge on rare dental developmental anomalies.