Publication: An integrated treatment approach: A case report for dentinogenesis imperfecta type II
Date
2007
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Kathmandu University
Abstract
Dentinogenesis imperfecta type II or hereditary opalscent dentin is one of the most common autosomal dominant
anomaly of dentin that occurs in both sex affecting approximately 1:8000 persons. Clinically this disorder is
characterized by variable blue gray to yellow brown teeth, with fracture of enamel and excessive wear. The
treatment strategy is focused towards protecting teeth from further wear and tear and total oral rehabilitation
of patient with paramount importance to aesthetics, obtaining an appropriate vertical dimension and
providing soft tissue support which will help to return the facial profile to a more normal appearance. A
multidisciplinary treatment planning is required for treatment of these individuals.
Key words: Dentinogenesis imperfecta, Opalescent dentin, Oral rehabilitation
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Shetty N 1 , Joseph M 2, Basnet P3, Dixit S 4
1 Associate Professor, 2 Visiting Professor, 3,4Former Specialist resident, Manipal College of Dental science, Mangalore, Mangalore 575001