AMELOGENESIS IMPERFECTA

Amelogenesis imperfecta is a hereditary disorder expressing a group of conditions that cause developmental alterations in the structure of enamel. Amelogenesis imperfecta is a serious problem that reduces oral health-related quality of life and causes some psycological problems. The treatment of pat...

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Published inGuident Vol. 5; no. 8; p. 84
Main Authors Kamala, K A, Guddad, Sanketh S
Format Magazine Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Bljnor Guident 01.07.2012
Subjects
Defects
Dentin
Enamel
Mutation
Patients
Porcelain
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Summary:Amelogenesis imperfecta is a hereditary disorder expressing a group of conditions that cause developmental alterations in the structure of enamel. Amelogenesis imperfecta is a serious problem that reduces oral health-related quality of life and causes some psycological problems. The treatment of patients with amelogenesis imperfecta may upgrade the quality of life and reinforce their self-esteem. Among the treatment options for amelogenesis imperfecta, fullmouth metal reinforcedporcelain restoration constitutes an important alternative because of its properties. This paper presents clinical and radiographic features and also describes the management of the patient with amelogenesis imperfecta. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
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ISSN:0976-2248