Abstract
Dentinogenesis is a highly controlled process that results in the encompassed mineralization of the predentin into a mineralized matrix. Any interference during the mineralization phase may affect the dentin final structure, which depending on the severity of the disturbance involved, may be detected in both dentitions, deciduous and permanent. Dentinogenesis Imperfecta (DI) represents one of those abnormalities inherited in a dominant autosomic pattern. To understand the molecular basis of this disorder, as well as, its clinical and radiographic evidences, it is essential to make an appropriate diagnosis and ulterior treatment. The main goal of this literature review is to highlight the genetic aspects that underline its establishment and to report the most prevalent clinical and radiographic clues present in the patient with DI. Further studies, for certain, are extremely required to finally elucidate the outlines of this dramatic dental condition.
Translated title of the contribution | Dentinogenesis imperfecta: a brief review |
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Original language | Portuguese |
Pages (from-to) | 52-55 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Revista Portuguesa de Estomatologia, Medicina Dentária e Cirurgia Maxilofacial |
Volume | 52 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2011 |