Summaries abstract
British Dental Journal 186, 512 (1999)
Published online: 22 May 1999 | doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.4800154
Case report:
An unusual case of regional odontodysplasia
M A O Lewis1
- Regional odontodysplasia is an unusual disorder that affects children and, in many cases, is misdiagnosed as other diseases.
- In the present study some clinical and radiographic findings are different from the cases reported in the literature.
- This paper helps clinicians to better identify this condition with emphasis on the conservative approach that can bring many benefits to the patient.
Abstract
A case of a 14- year-old male with regional odontodysplasia is reported. In this presentation many atypical clinical and radiographical features of this condition are present. The chief complaint of the patient was the enlargement of the gingiva and, according to the literature, inflammatory processes are the main reason why patients look for care. Moreover, there was no radiographic evidence of unerupted teeth in this report. The functional and psychological benefits of the conservative approach are emphasised.
- Reader/Honorary Consultant in Oral Medicine, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff
