Amelogenesis Imperfecta: Report of a Successful Transitional Treatment in the Mixed Dentition

Authors: Pires dos Santos, Ana Paula; Cabral, Camila Melo; Moliterno, Luiz Flávio Martins; Oliveira, Branca Heloisa de

Source: Journal of Dentistry for Children, Volume 75, Number 2, May-August 2008 , pp. 201-206(6)

Publisher: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

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Abstract:

The term amelogenesis imperfecta is applied to a clinically heterogeneous group of hereditary disorders that interfere with the normal development of dental enamel. These disorders cause a deficiency in the enamel's quantity and/or the quality that may result in poor dental esthetics. The purpose of this paper was to describe a case of hypoplastic amelogenesis imperfecta in an 8-year-old girl whose dissatisfaction with the appearance of her teeth led to impaired social functioning. Since the patient was in the mixed dentition stage, a temporary treatment aiming to improve dental esthetics, preserve oral function, and allow for the recovery of the patient's self-confidence was performed by a multidisciplinary team.

Keywords: AMELOGENESIS IMPERFECTA; MIXED DENTITION; TREATMENT OUTCOME; MOUTH REHABILITATION; DENTAL ESTHETICS

Document Type: Case report

Affiliations: 1: Department of Community and Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Rio de Janeiro State University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Publication date: 2008-05-01

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Acquired after the merger between the American Society of Dentistry for Children and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry in 2002, the Journal of Dentistry for Children (JDC) is an internationally renowned journal whose publishing dates back to 1934. Published three times a year, JDC promotes the practice, education and research specifically related to the specialty of pediatric dentistry. It covers a wide range of topics related to the clinical care of children, from clinical techniques of daily importance to the practitioner, to studies on child behavior and growth and development. JDC also provides information on the physical, psychological and emotional conditions of children as they relate to and affect their dental health.
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