Amelogenesis imperfecta- hypoplastic/hypomaturation- X-linked 1

December 31, 2014

Synonyms

Overview

Amelogenesis imperfecta is an inherited tooth development disorder characterized by tooth enamel defects. The hypoplastic/hypomaturation X-linked 1 form is characterized by thin tooth enamel which is of normal strength. The surface of the enamel varies from smooth to pitted and the tooth color is variable.

Symptoms

Thin tooth enamel
Small teeth
Pitted teeth
Smooth teeth
Rough teeth
Mottled teeth
White teeth
Brown teeth
Yellow teeth

Causes

Acquired Aplastic Anemia - bleeding gums
Acrodynia - tooth loss
Acrofacial dysostosis Catania form - dental caries
Acrofacial dysostosis, Palagonia type - abnormal dental position
Acromegaly - dental bite disturbances