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

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

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.

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

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Development of permanent teeth

Development of baby teeth

Tooth anatomy

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.

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