Monday, May 20, 2013

Tooth - abnormal shape

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Definition

An abnormally shaped tooth is any tooth that has an irregular shape.


Alternative Names

Hutchinson incisors; Abnormal tooth shape; Peg teeth; Mulberry teeth; Conical teeth


Considerations

The appearance of normal teeth varies, especially the molars. Abnormally shaped teeth can result from many different conditions. Specific diseases can have a profound effect on tooth shape, tooth color, time of appearance, or absence of teeth.


Common Causes
  • Congenital syphilis
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Ectodermal dysplasia , anhidrotic
  • Incontinentia pigmenti achromians
  • Cleidocranial dysostosis
  • Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
  • Ellis-van Creveld syndrome


Review Date: 02/22/2010
Reviewed By: Jack D. Rosenberg, DDS, Advanced Dental Care, Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, M.D., MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)