Prosthodontic rehabilitation of two siblings with hypoplastic (type 1) amelogenesis imperfecta: A case report

Heliyon. 2023 Dec 17;10(1):e23939. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e23939. eCollection 2024 Jan 15.

Abstract

Amelogenesis imperfecta is a rare genetic disorder that interferes with normal enamel formation. Of the 4 main types of amelogenesis imperfecta, hypoplastic (type 1) is the most prevalent, characterized by a quantitative alteration in enamel. The pitting or reduced thickness of the enamel results in generalized hypersensitivity, increased susceptibility to caries and infection, attrition, and a loss in vertical dimension of occlusion. Prosthodontic management of these patients can be challenging not only functionally and restoratively, but also from an emotional and psychosocial standpoint. This clinical report describes the prosthodontic management and rehabilitation of two young adult siblings with hypoplastic (type 1) amelogenesis imperfecta.

Keywords: Amelogenesis imperfecta; Digital workflow; Full mouth reconstruction; Full mouth rehabilitation; Prosthodontics.

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  • Case Reports