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Amelogenesis imperfecta diagnosis and treatment

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N Y State Dent J November 2022 Nov 2022

N Y State Dent J November 2022

The New York State Dental Journal

In the November 2022 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:

  • Medications Associated with Oral Lichenoid Lesions: A Single-Site Retrospective Cohort Study
  • Evaluating the Impact of Providing Free Dental Treatment to Vulnerable Populations
  • Amelogenesis Imperfecta: Case Series and Review of the Literature

This issue includes regular columns with regional news impacting the New York membership including: editorial and perspectives columns, legal, association activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.


Amelogenesis Imperfecta: Case Series And Review Of The Literature, Andrew T. Moshman Dmd, Gwen Cohen-Brown Dds, Faaomp Nov 2022

Amelogenesis Imperfecta: Case Series And Review Of The Literature, Andrew T. Moshman Dmd, Gwen Cohen-Brown Dds, Faaomp

The New York State Dental Journal

Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) describes a group of genetic conditions affecting the thickness, microstructure, and degree of mineralization of the enamel. Correct diagnosis may be important for managing other serious medical conditions. AI patients are highly susceptible to caries, pain, tooth wear, and loss of the vertical dimension of occlusion, often requiring significant dental treatment throughout their life. Early diagnosis and timely preventative and restorative treatments are crucial to circumvent AI’s psychological, social, and functional sequalae. This case series highlights AI in a 19-year-old patient, with suggestions for further testing and monitoring of the condition.