Prosthodontic rehabilitation: Cutting edge treatment for amelogenesis imperfecta

Amelogenesis imperfecta is a genetically determined inherited disorder characterized by abnormal formation of tooth enamel leading to esthetic, functional, and psychological impact on the patient. If teeth affected are not treated early; the existing condition will further deteriorate, leading to in...

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Main Authors: Saurav Banerjee, Debabrata Biswas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2022-01-01
Series:Indian Journal of Dental Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.ijds.in/article.asp?issn=0976-4003;year=2022;volume=14;issue=3;spage=139;epage=143;aulast=Banerjee
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Summary:Amelogenesis imperfecta is a genetically determined inherited disorder characterized by abnormal formation of tooth enamel leading to esthetic, functional, and psychological impact on the patient. If teeth affected are not treated early; the existing condition will further deteriorate, leading to injury to the attachment apparatus complicating the proposed treatment plan and future prognosis. The definitive objectives of this rehabilitation were to eradicate tooth sensitivity while restoring masticatory function and enhancing esthetics. Treatment plan included root canal treatment of the decrepit teeth followed by porcelain fused to metal restoration. This case report highlight the prosthodontic management of a patient diagnosed with hypomaturation type amelogenesis imperfecta.
ISSN:0976-4003
2231-2293