Authors: Ferguson, Fred; Schlissel, Edward; Kucine, Allan; Alexander, Stanley; Desantis, Antony; Hendricks, Regina; Xu, Ling

Source: Pediatric Dentistry, Volume 31, Number 4, July/August 2009 , pp. 346-349(4)

Publisher: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Abstract:

Regional odontodysplasia, or "ghost teeth," is a dental abnormality derived from both epithelial and mesenchymal components of the tooth budY Teeth within a particular quadrant are affected. Affected teeth usually have thin enamel and dentin of poor quality with shortened roots, open apices, or enlarged pulp chambers.! The permanent teeth and maxillary arch are observed to be more severely affected than primary teeth and the mandibular arch (ratio =1.6:1), respectively. Eruption of the affected teeth is delayed or may not happen. The cause of the phenomenon is unknown. Since this problem affects both dentitions and can involve multiple care disciplines, patients often require oral care over a long period of time. The purpose of this report was to present the management of a case from initial presentation at the age of 20 months to a final prosthesis completion at the age of 22 years. The long-term treatment may involve a pediatric dentist, orthodontist, oral surgeon, and prosthodontist. (Pediatr Dent 2009;31:346-9) Received March 6, 2008 I Last Revision November 3,2008 I Revision Accepted December 5, 2008

Keywords: DENTAL DEVELOPMENT; GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT; PROSTHODONTICS; CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS; ORAL SURGERY

Document Type: Case report

Publication date: 2009-07-01

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• Pediatric Dentistry is the official publication of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. It is published bi-monthly and is internationally recognized as the leading journal in the area of pediatric dentistry. The journal promotes the practice, education and research specifically related to the specialty of pediatric dentistry. This peer-reviewed journal features scientific articles, case reports and abstracts of current pediatric dental research.
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